Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Field Based) at Environmental Resources Management (ERM)

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Status: Active
Category: Education
Posted: May 26, 2026
Expires: Aug 24, 2026
Work style: Remote

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About the Role

ERM is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support a project-based opportunity in Wayland, Michigan. Training will be provided for all client-specific and site-specific safety, security, sampling and inspection procedures. This is a full-time (40+ hours/week), limited-term position with a duration of 6 months, renewable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Test and maintain all safety related devices (Fire extinguishers, emergency eye wash & shower station(s), confined space equipment, arc flash equipment, etc.).
Operate & Maintain WWTP/OWS/Lagoons in a manner that complies with all regulations, ordinances, permits, etc.
Perform monthly (minimum) jar testing and annual chemical usage reviews to help minimize cost.
Track chemical usage on a monthly basis.
Track Used Oil Shipments on a monthly basis.
Collect wastewater samples as needed at various facilities.
Coordinate laboratory analysis with appropriate lab.
Prepare Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) as required.
Complete operations and maintenance activities, inspections and sampling as required by regulations/permit conditions for the facilities and equipment identified.
Meet with facility personnel on a weekly basis working on waste minimization and reduction in negative impacts on the WWTP systems.
Complete/coordinate WWTP/OWS cleaning, as needed.
Operator to fill out weekly notifications summary
After hours and holiday services, as needed
Review, maintain and update any and all necessary plans, permits, procedures, work instructions, etc. as directed.
Other WWTP duties as necessary & requested

REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma.
0-3 years of experience working in wastewater treatment plant environment
Wastewater operator’s certification required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Effective observational and organization skills; experience recording detailed technical data is a plus.
Effective communication skills with ERM and client staff.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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