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Posted August 23, 2026

Wastewater Treatment Operator - CA Grade 2 or 3

Woodard & Curran
Victorville, CA, US Full Time
40USD - 45USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.


Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.
We have an immediate opening for a minimum of a Grade 2 or 3 Wastewater Treatment Operator in Victorville, California. This position is based at a state-of-the-art project combining both industrial and sanitary wastewater treatment for the Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA) facility. The diversity of this project presents unique and on-going opportunities for learning, development, and growth. If you enjoy working outdoors protecting nature’s precious resource, water, then this position is for you! Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employee’s growth and development and wants to help you on your career path.
This facility requires a Grade 3 State of California Wastewater Treatment License in order to operate independently, however, we are open to training a Grade 2 California Wastewater Operator to help them obtain their Grade 3.
In this role, you will work under the direct or general supervision of the Lead Operator and Plant Manager. The applicant will learn and perform a variety of operational duties to control the processing of wastewater and effluent. Regulating influent and effluent flows within the system; monitoring the operation of a variety of wastewater treatment plant equipment, assisting with basic laboratory testing, sample collection and performing other related duties, as assigned. You will also perform preventative/corrective maintenance in support of the wastewater treatment plant.
Schedule: Four, 10hr. shifts (6am to 4pm/Sun-Wed) after onboarding and training. Required to work rotating standby/on call, including weekends. A $200 stipend will be provided for on-call time.
This position is eligible for a $2,500.00 sign-on bonus.
What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran
  • Minimum Grade 2 or 3 State of California Wastewater Treatment License.
  • Ensure permit compliance with environmental and public health & safety standards. This includes monitoring plant conditions and executing process control changes, as needed, to optimize treatment efficiency.
  • Operate valves, pumps, and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater throughout the treatment plant.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment, such as electric motors, electric powered pumps, air compressors, emergency systems, pressure and flow regulators, analyzers, chemical feed systems, and aeration blowers. MBR & UV disinfection systems experience is a plus.
  • Monitor, observe, and interpret operating conditions and performance and initiate corrective action.
  • Review and analyze automated information and control system data.
  • Perform laboratory and process tests and interpret results to optimize plant performance and makes appropriate process control changes.
  • Maintain accurate records, including calculating flow rates and the daily use of chemicals, gauge and meter readings, and completing required monthly inspections.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools and laboratory testing equipment.
  • Perform a variety of custodial and housekeeping duties.
  • Provide direction and training to less experienced staff related to plant operations.
  • Participate in emergency response.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you will need to succeed
  • A self-motivated, positive, can-do attitude!
  • Possess and maintain, as a minimum, a valid California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certification (grade 3 or higher) by the California SWRCB.
  • Minimum of five years of professional experience in the operation and maintenance of a water or wastewater treatment facility is desired.
  • Proficiency with computers and mobile devices, including an ability to work with: SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, Maintenance Management Programs, and other site-specific systems.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Applicant must possess a valid CA Class C Driver’s License.
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical upon accepting an offer.
Depending on experience and licensure.

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

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