Woodard &amp; Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet. <div> </div><div>For more than 25 years, Woodard &amp; Curran has offered contract operations and management services for drinking water, municipal and industrial wastewater, groundwater remediation, and solid waste facilities nationwide. Currently we contract operate more than 85 facilities nationwide. Woodard &amp; 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.   Who We Are Looking For: We are growing!  Due to this growth, we have an immediate opening for a Wastewater Treatment Operator to help support several industrial wastewater treatment facilities around the United States. In this role, you will be based out of our treatment facility in Holland, MI, with the expectation that you will travel to other Midwest facilities as needed. You will perform operation and maintenance of assigned treatment, mechanical and electrical equipment and other similarly related facility components and equipment. You will work with staff to evaluate maintenance and ensure Asset Management practices are consistently implemented and tracked. You will work with various software technologies and may respond to emergency calls at facilities and take the required corrective action or assist Woodard &amp; Curran and our client personnel. In many cases, you will provide shift coverage assistance, (if properly licensed) as directed to maintain staffing compliance and/or integrity.  You may also support clients with interim support and maintenance activities. Lastly, you will provide technical assistance for process control changes and troubleshooting activities. The position requires a high level of reliability, as project teams count on you to provide critical coverage and assistance. Consistent dependability helps maintain the safe, compliant, and efficient facility operations that our clients expect. What’s in it for you? <ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0px;"><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">The opportunity for career progression through interaction with and coaching from the highest levels of our organization.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Flexible work environment and competitive benefits.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Career Growth.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Strong bonus potential.</li></ul> What You Will Be Doing at Woodard &amp; Curran: <ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0px;"><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Provide operations and maintenance support at water, wastewater and/or industrial treatment facilities.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Work with the Operations Leader, Area Managers and Project Managers to support project demands with coverage, routine &amp; corrective maintenance, capital planning, process control improvements.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Assist with preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and emergency repairs.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Supporting instrument calibrations and upgrades.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Utilize W&amp;C technical platforms for data collection: Utility Cloud Hach WIMS, Do Forms, Power BI, etc.</li></ul>  Travel Requirements:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0px;"><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">This position will be based out of our treatment facility in Holland, MI, and may support other operations primarily in the Midwest. You will be required to travel a minimum of 75% of the year.</li></ul>   What will you need to succeed? <ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0px;"><li style="background:white;margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Knowledge of the water and wastewater industry to include equipment, controls and process.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Willingness to travel to support assigned projects and assist with emergency event repair and recovery efforts.</li><li style="background:white;margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Ability to utilize business intelligence systems including PowerBI is a plus.</li><li style="background:white;margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Knowledge of artificial intelligence systems and implementation is a plus.</li><li style="background:white;margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Solid maintenance background which may include certifications and licenses is a plus.</li><li style="background:white;margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Experience with utility technology software including Hach’s Water Information Management System (Hach WIMS) is a plus.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Knowledge of predictive maintenance equipment and best practices is a plus.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Ability to lift 40 pounds.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 24px;font-size:11pt;font-family:'Arial Narrow' , sans-serif;">Successful candidates will be expected to complete a pre-placement background check, drug screen, and physical.</li></ul></div> Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard &amp; Curran uses a Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently. What this means:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0px;"><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0px;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">MDR applies to both you and the Company</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0px;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0px;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement</li></ul> If you are offered a position with Woodard &amp; Curran, you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet. 🔗 Review the full agreement here: <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WC-Mutual-Dispute-Resolution-Agreement-MDR.pdf">Mutual Dispute Resolution Agreement</a>  Employee Support &amp; Benefits Retirement Savings:<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed</li></ul> Time away from work:<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding</li></ul> Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&amp;D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size:10pt;font-family:'Segoe UI' , sans-serif;">Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.</li></ul> Workplace Information E-Verify ParticipationWoodard &amp; Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters. 🔗 View required Right to Work and E-Verify posters <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Right-to-Work-and-E-Verify-Posters.pdf">here.</a> Equal Employment Opportunity &amp; AccessibilityWoodard &amp; Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact <a href="mailto:bsweitzer@woodardcurran.com?subject=Reasonable%20Accommodation%20to%20Apply%20for%20Job">Beth Sweitzer</a>.🔗 View our <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Woodard-Curran-AA-EEO-Policy-Statement-2024.pdf">Equal Employment Opportunity Policy</a> 🔗 View the <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf">"Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"</a> poster  Inclusion &amp; BelongingWe welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact. Recruitment Agency PolicyWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees. Text Message Communication Notice:To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP.” Terms, Privacy &amp; Use of AI in Hiring 🔗 <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/terms-of-use/">Woodard &amp; Curran Terms of Use</a>🔗 <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/privacy-statement/">Woodard &amp; Curran Privacy Statement</a> We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process (e.g., application review or resume screening). These tools assist our team but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people.

Woodard &amp; Curran is more than just a consulting firm &ndash; we are an integrated science, engineering, design-build, and operations company specializing in water and environmental projects. Our depth of experience across these disciplines makes us uniquely suited to handle any project with a completely tailored approach. By partnering with our clients, adopting their priorities, and understanding the realities they face, we deliver one-of-a-kind answers to unique problems, with a truly collaborative working style. We believe that doing good work for our clients goes hand in hand with doing good work for the companies and communities we serve, and for the planet as a whole, and that all good work begins and ends with a happy, healthy team. These commitments &mdash; to each other, to our clients, and to the world around us &mdash; define Woodard &amp; Curran.

Traveling Wastewater Treatment Operator

Woodard &amp; Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet. <div> </div><div>For more than 25 years, Woodard &amp; Curran has offered contract operations and management services for drinking water, municipal and industrial wastewater, groundwater remediation, and solid waste facilities nationwide. Currently we contract operate more than 85 facilities nationwide. Woodard &amp; 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.   Who We Are Looking For: We are growing!  Due to this growth, we have an immediate opening for a Wastewater Treatment Operator to help support several industrial wastewater treatment facilities around the United States. In this role, you will be based out of our treatment facility in Holland, MI, with the expectation that you will travel to other Midwest facilities as needed. You will perform operation and maintenance of assigned treatment, mechanical and electrical equipment and other similarly related facility components and equipment. You will work with staff to evaluate maintenance and ensure Asset Management practices are consistently implemented and tracked. You will work with various software technologies and may respond to emergency calls at facilities and take the required corrective action or assist Woodard &amp; Curran and our client personnel. In many cases, you will provide shift coverage assistance, (if properly licensed) as directed to maintain staffing compliance and/or integrity.  You may also support clients with interim support and maintenance activities. Lastly, you will provide technical assistance for process control changes and troubleshooting activities. The position requires a high level of reliability, as project teams count on you to provide critical coverage and assistance. Consistent dependability helps maintain the safe, compliant, and efficient facility operations that our clients expect. What’s in it for you? <ul><li>The opportunity for career progression through interaction with and coaching from the highest levels of our organization.</li><li>Flexible work environment and competitive benefits.</li><li>Career Growth.</li><li>Strong bonus potential.</li></ul> What You Will Be Doing at Woodard &amp; Curran: <ul><li>Provide operations and maintenance support at water, wastewater and/or industrial treatment facilities.</li><li>Work with the Operations Leader, Area Managers and Project Managers to support project demands with coverage, routine &amp; corrective maintenance, capital planning, process control improvements.</li><li>Assist with preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and emergency repairs.</li><li>Supporting instrument calibrations and upgrades.</li><li>Utilize W&amp;C technical platforms for data collection: Utility Cloud Hach WIMS, Do Forms, Power BI, etc.</li></ul>  Travel Requirements:<ul><li>This position will be based out of our treatment facility in Holland, MI, and may support other operations primarily in the Midwest. You will be required to travel a minimum of 75% of the year.</li></ul>   What will you need to succeed? <ul><li>Knowledge of the water and wastewater industry to include equipment, controls and process.</li><li>Willingness to travel to support assigned projects and assist with emergency event repair and recovery efforts.</li><li>Ability to utilize business intelligence systems including PowerBI is a plus.</li><li>Knowledge of artificial intelligence systems and implementation is a plus.</li><li>Solid maintenance background which may include certifications and licenses is a plus.</li><li>Experience with utility technology software including Hach’s Water Information Management System (Hach WIMS) is a plus.</li><li>Knowledge of predictive maintenance equipment and best practices is a plus.</li><li>Ability to lift 40 pounds.</li><li>Successful candidates will be expected to complete a pre-placement background check, drug screen, and physical.</li></ul></div> Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard &amp; Curran uses a Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently. What this means:<ul><li>MDR applies to both you and the Company</li><li>Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings</li><li>Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement</li></ul> If you are offered a position with Woodard &amp; Curran, you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet. 🔗 Review the full agreement here: <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WC-Mutual-Dispute-Resolution-Agreement-MDR.pdf">Mutual Dispute Resolution Agreement</a>  Employee Support &amp; Benefits Retirement Savings:<ul><li>401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed</li></ul> Time away from work:<ul><li>Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually</li><li>Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked</li><li>Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.</li><li>Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding</li></ul> Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:<ul><li>Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability</li><li>Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.</li><li>Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&amp;D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.</li><li>Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.</li></ul> Workplace Information E-Verify ParticipationWoodard &amp; Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters. 🔗 View required Right to Work and E-Verify posters <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Right-to-Work-and-E-Verify-Posters.pdf">here.</a> Equal Employment Opportunity &amp; AccessibilityWoodard &amp; Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact <a href="mailto:bsweitzer@woodardcurran.com?subject=Reasonable%20Accommodation%20to%20Apply%20for%20Job">Beth Sweitzer</a>.🔗 View our <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Woodard-Curran-AA-EEO-Policy-Statement-2024.pdf">Equal Employment Opportunity Policy</a> 🔗 View the <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf">"Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"</a> poster  Inclusion &amp; BelongingWe welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact. Recruitment Agency PolicyWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees. Text Message Communication Notice:To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP.” Terms, Privacy &amp; Use of AI in Hiring 🔗 <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/terms-of-use/">Woodard &amp; Curran Terms of Use</a>🔗 <a href="https://www.woodardcurran.com/privacy-statement/">Woodard &amp; Curran Privacy Statement</a> We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process (e.g., application review or resume screening). These tools assist our team but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people.

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