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INTRODUCTION

Woodard & 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.

Woodard & 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. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, you will participate in the daily operations and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plant facility (wells, pump, motors, etc.) as directed by the Project Manager.

Come be a part of a team that operates a water treatment plant that was built in 1941 by the US Army in Defiance, Missouri. This plant has been in operation for over 85 years and is still performing as it was designed. We are designed to treat 22 million gallons a day; however, currently, we are averaging about 10 million a day. There is going to be a lot of new equipment to learn the preventive maintenance on since a new capital project is starting now to add a new clarifier and replace the current three we currently have. Our influent source is groundwater from an alluvial aquifer and nine alluvial wells that serve the water plant. Our treatment consists of lime softening, disinfecting with sodium hypochlorite, and secondary disinfection with aqua ammonia and addition of fluoride for dental health. We have been 100% four log compliance for years to provide high-quality drinking water for our client and their customers. Each day does require the operator technician to monitor the daily treatment process and make sure that all the equipment is performing to the best of its ability to ensure the treatment process is of the highest quality. If you are interested in conservation and making sure through lab tests and process controls that the water treated complies with Missouri Department of Natural Resources standards, then this is the place for you.

The Defiance, MO water treatment plant staff is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant, the wells, and the buildings and grounds. This full-time position is responsible for the plant operations at the water treatment plant and its related facilities. This position participates in the daily operations and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plant facility (wells, pump, motors, etc.) as directed by the Project Manager. This position will be required to respond to emergency or unpredictable situations. This does include shift work; this is a second shift position.

Schedule:

The schedule for this position is 5:00 pm – 5:00 am rotating days and weekends. Currently, there is not an on-call rotation. You will be required to respond to emergencies or unpredictable situations.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Monitors plant operations to ensure adherence to all State and Federal regulations.
• Collects and analyzes samples from the water treatment plant processes per the Standard Methods procedures.
• Performs minor repair and maintenance to plant and equipment.
• Responds to emergency situations as required or in accordance with emergency operations plan.
• Maintains and keeps current State operator’s license.
• Maintains stock of chemicals used.
• Performs all work in compliance with established safety standards.
• You can wear a respirator or PAPR.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Missouri Water treatment plant operator’s license preferred.
• A valid Missouri motor vehicle operator's license.
• Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation and maintenance of Water Treatment Plant facility.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in water treatment work.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment.

EMPLOYEE SUPPORT & BENEFITS

Retirement Savings:

- 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work:

- Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 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

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

- 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.

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based solely on job-related factors.

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively.

At Woodard & Curran, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment. We understand that the best solutions for our clients and communities come from a culture that nurtures the success and growth of all employees. As an employee-owned organization, our dedication to fostering growth, access, and opportunity empowers us to serve our clients effectively and advance our mission of making a positive impact on the world. Our success is rooted in supporting our team members to reach their full potential, enabling us to deliver the most innovative, sound, and effective solutions to improve our communities around us.

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Please be advised that we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed contract in place will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for any referral fees. Recruitment agencies must have a valid signed agreement with our company prior to following the submission process to consider potential candidates.

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