Woodard & Curran · 1 month ago
Lead Collection Systems Operator
Adelanto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$35/hr - $42/hr
5+ years expWoodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm focused on clean water and environmental issues. The Lead Collection Systems Operator will oversee the daily operations and maintenance of the Wastewater Collection System, ensuring compliance with regulations and leading a team to manage various operational duties.
Environmental Consulting
Responsibilities
Leads daily operation of the wastewater collection system, including gravity sewers, force mains, lift stations, and related infrastructure
Monitor system performance and respond to alarms, overflows, or emergencies
Schedule, assign, and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance activities (cleaning, inspection, and repair of pipes, manholes, pumps, valves, etc.)
Ensure proper use of equipment such as CCTV inspections units, jetting/vacuum trucks, and confined space entry gear
Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations
Maintain records of regulatory reporting, including overflow events, maintenance logs, and inspection results
Conduct safety meetings and enforce safety protocols (confined space, lockout/tagout, traffic control, PPE, etc.)
Respond to customer complaints and service requests
Communicate with management, engineering, contractors, and regulatory agencies as needed
Assist with asset inventory, condition assessment, and GIS mapping of the collection system
Recommend upgrades, replacements and improvements to system reliability
Lead response to system failures, blockages, spills or other emergencies
Utilize software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records
Lead and train subordinate operational and maintenance staff assigned; advise and instruct on methods and techniques for improving efficiency of duties and operations
Assist in preparing standard operating procedures
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
A valid Class A CDL is required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Applicant must possess a valid CA Class C Driver's License
Proficiency with computers and mobile devices, including an ability to work with: SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, Maintenance Management Programs, and other site-specific systems
A self-motivated, positive, can-do attitude!
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment
Preferred
National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) certification is desired
California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification Grade 2 is preferred
Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred
Minimum of five years of professional experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system is desired
Benefits
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually
Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury.
Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Disability: Paid short and long term disability
Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.
Company
Woodard & Curran
Woodard & Curran is an integrated science, engineering, and operations firm that provides water and environmental services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.14M2021-09-24Series Unknown· $7.14M
Leadership Team
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Alyson Watson
Chief Executive Officer
Frank Cavaleri
Vice President
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