**Job Title: Wastewater Treatment Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a full-time Plant Operator for an operations project in Muskegon, MI. The Plant Operator performs a wide range of mid-complex to complex tasks encompassing field assignments based on client requirements. **Responsibilities** + Perform daily operations and maintenance of the treatment plant. + Complete minor routine maintenance of equipment. + Demonstrate good interpersonal skills. + Apply a working knowledge of fundamental principles, terminology, and methodology in carrying out assignments and applying standard policies and procedures within specific discipline. + Operate facilities with computer or PLC controls. + Monitor, regulate, and adjust chlorinators, chemical feed pumps, and other process equipment. + Collect samples and perform routine in-lab tests as required. + Maintain a log of operations and maintenance activities and related records. + Operate system to maintain compliance with permit requirements. + Wash clarifiers, dissolved air flotation systems, contact basins, and operate sludge handling equipment and other process unit equipment as required. + Possess good knowledge of the practices used and the equipment required in the O&M of industrial facilities and the ability to make routine laboratory and field tests for control of plant operations. + Possibly operate a variety of equipment including forklift, aerial or scissor lifts, generator, compressors, pumps, etc. + Participate actively in creating a safety culture at the jobsite. + Adhere to the policies and standards set forth in the Firm’s Project Delivery Manual (PDM), Employee Manual, and Corporate Health & Safety Manual. **Essential Skills** + High School Diploma / Vocational training or equivalent. + Applicable health & safety training. + Typically, 5+ years of experience. + Knowledge of Microsoft Office. + Wastewater operator licenses preferred but not required. + Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. + Ability to perform basic control laboratory testing and understanding and applying results. + Good record-keeping skills and comfort with computers and computer-controlled equipment. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Capable of learning new operating, maintenance, analytical, or computer skills. **Why Work Here?** We offer growth opportunities for positions such as Lead Operator, Project Manager, Maintenance Specialist, Technical Specialist, Operations Supervisor, and Operations Manager. We provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay, and 401(k) with company match. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. **Work Environment** Bushy Park is a multi-divisional industrial complex located in Goose Creek, South Carolina (near Charleston). The site is home to several different chemical manufacturing companies. The central wastewater treatment plant is owned by DCL, the largest tenant at Bushy Park; they occupy nearly half of the production buildings at the site and are the single largest contributor to flow and organic loading on the wastewater treatment plant. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Muskegon, Michigan. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Muskegon,MI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.