Location: Millsboro, Delaware
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Open to 2nd or 3rd Shift
The Wastewater Operator (Level A / Level III) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and ensuring regulatory compliance of the wastewater treatment system. This role supports environmental compliance initiatives, oversees monitoring and reporting activities, and performs hands-on operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of wastewater equipment. The operator will act in a
Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) capacity and support federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in controlling and maintaining the overall environmental compliance program for the wastewater treatment system
- Oversee required monitoring, sampling, and regulatory reporting in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Operate and maintain wastewater treatment systems, including pumps and equipment
- Perform process control laboratory work and analyze results
- Maintain accurate compliance and operational records
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including PPE usage, Lockout/Tagout, and Process Safety Management (PSM)
- Respond to system repairs and support preventive maintenance schedules
- Support continuous improvement of wastewater treatment operations
Education & Experience Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Science, Engineering, or equivalent approved coursework
- Minimum 4 years of operating experience in Class II or higher wastewater facilities
- Minimum 2 years serving in a Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) role
- Level III Wastewater License (Level A or Master License preferred)
Required Skills & Certifications
- Wastewater Operator License (Level III or higher)
- Valid Driver's License
- Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment operations and regulatory compliance
- Ability to rebuild and maintain pumps and wastewater equipment
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Holds a Level A or Master Wastewater License
- Has 2+ years of Direct Responsible Charge experience
- Has 4+ years of Class II or higher wastewater facility experience
- Open to working 2nd or 3rd shift
- Strong safety mindset and compliance-driven approach
Recruiter Submission Template -
Full Name:
Highest Degree (Field, Institution & Completion Year):
Do you hold an active Level III or higher Wastewater Operator License? (Required):
If yes, please specify license level (Level III / Level A / Master):
Total Years of Wastewater Operating Experience:
Do you have at least 4 years of experience in a Class II or higher wastewater facility?
Do you have at least 2 years of Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) experience?
Experience with environmental compliance monitoring and reporting?
Experience performing process control lab work?
Experience rebuilding and maintaining pumps/equipment?
Familiar with Lockout/Tagout and Process Safety Management (PSM)?
Are you open to working 2nd or 3rd shift?
Do you hold a valid Driver's License?
Motivation for Interest in This Position:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (City, State, Zip):
Notice Period (in weeks):
Current Work Authorization Status:
Expected Salary:
Are you able to work onsite in Millsboro, Delaware?
