Description
Quonset Development Corporation is seeking a dependable and motivated Wastewater Plant Operator to join our team. This position is responsible for operating, inspecting, and maintaining the wastewater treatment and collection systems that support the Quonset Business Park. The successful candidate will help ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the treatment facility and related infrastructure.
As part of the wastewater team, responsibilities include:
- Operating and monitoring wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment, including pumps, valves, gates, comminutors, bar racks, screens, clarifiers, aeration tanks, biological treatment systems, disinfecting equipment, engines, generators, and related machinery.
- Monitoring plant operations and controls to ensure proper system performance and regulatory compliance.
- Performing routine inspections and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, pumping stations, lift stations, collection system piping, appurtenances, and related equipment throughout the Quonset Business Park.
- Occasionally performing laboratory analyses, recording gauge and meter readings, documenting chemical usage, and maintaining accurate operational logs for the wastewater treatment facility.
- Performing or assisting with major repair work, heavy labor tasks, routine housekeeping, and grounds and facility maintenance as directed.
- Performing moderate to heavy physical work, including frequent lifting in excess of 30 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds or more.
Education, Experience, and Special Qualifications
Candidates for this position must:
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Hold and maintain a valid Rhode Island driver’s license, as operation of plant vehicles on and off-site is required.
- Be capable of obtaining, within one (1) year of hire, a valid Grade I or higher Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator’s License issued by RIDEM.
- Be capable of obtaining, within one (1) year of hire, a valid Grade I or higher Collection Systems Operator Certificate issued by NEWEA.
Entry into this position may occur at the trainee level. In such cases, the employee will receive instruction and training for a maximum period of six (6) months under the direction of the Superintendent in the operation and maintenance of all elements of the wastewater treatment and collection systems.
Schedule and On-Call Requirements
This position is scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Weekend, holiday, weather-related, and emergency response overtime/on-call coverage is required on a rotating schedule.
Compensation
Compensation progression for this position is as follows:
- First 90 days of employment: $30.83 per hour
- Second 90-day period: $32.64 per hour
- Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period: $36.27 per hour
Benefits
Quonset Development Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement programs with employer match
- Longevity pay
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers.
Please send letter of interest and resume by June 12, 2026, to [email protected].
QDC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values diversity. Registered with the Department of Homeland Security as an E-Verify Employer