Water Treatment Manager Jobs

Water Treatment Manager jobs are open across municipal utilities, private water companies, environmental services, and industrial facilities, at levels from supervisor to senior manager and director, with specializations in process optimization, regulatory compliance, and wastewater operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles302+
Top stateTexas
Top employerVeolia
Top cityBastrop, TX
Work type49% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Water Treatment Sales Consultant
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Water Treatment Sales Consultant
Solenis
North Dakota
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Inside Sales
Business Development
$1 - $550000k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Water Treatment Lead Technician
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Water Treatment Lead Technician
MacLellan Integrated Services
Casa Grande, Arizona
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
1,001-5,000

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Industrial/ Commercial Water Treatment Account Manager - Chicago
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Industrial/ Commercial Water Treatment Account Manager - Chicago
Water Engineering Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
$65k - $85k/yr

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Water Treatment Installation Technician
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Water Treatment Installation Technician
North Valley Water Solutions
Sacramento, California
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$28.11 - $33.85/hr

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Water Plant Treatment Operator and Distribution ORC Manager
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Water Plant Treatment Operator and Distribution ORC Manager
City Of Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs, Colorado
Business Development
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$92k - $115k/yr
High school diploma or GED

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Water Treatment Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Veolia28
  • Garratt-Callahan24
  • Lochmueller10
  • Miami water and air9
  • SpaceX8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services14
  • Aerospace & Defense5
  • Chemicals & Materials5
  • Energy1
  • Waste Management & Environmental Services1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in water treatment manager jobs.

  • State-issued water treatment or distribution operator certification at a journeyman or higher grade
  • 5 or more years of experience operating or supervising a water treatment or wastewater facility
  • Working knowledge of EPA Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act compliance requirements
  • Experience with SCADA systems and process control instrumentation for water treatment operations
  • Demonstrated ability to manage staff scheduling, training, and performance for shift-based operations
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, chemistry, or a related field preferred

Tips for Your Water Treatment Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to compliance depth

Water treatment manager postings weight regulatory experience heavily. List the specific EPA regulations, state primacy programs, and permit conditions you've managed, not just 'regulatory compliance.' Reviewers scan for Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act familiarity by name.

Certify at the right operator grade

Many postings require a state-issued Water Treatment or Distribution Operator certification at Grade 3 or higher. Check the grade requirement before applying. If you're one grade short, note your exam date so hiring managers know you're on track.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists water treatment manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by system size

Water treatment roles vary dramatically by system population served. A manager overseeing a 50,000-connection municipal system and one running a small industrial plant face different scopes. Filter your search by facility type and service population to find roles where your experience translates directly.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers commonly test your response to a boil-water advisory, a sudden turbidity spike, or a staffing gap during a critical shift. Prepare two or three real examples that show your decision-making under operational pressure, not just your technical knowledge.

Negotiate around shift coverage and on-call terms

Water treatment operations run continuously, so your offer may include on-call rotation or weekend oversight. Ask specifically about the rotation schedule, compensation for on-call hours, and how emergency callouts are handled before you accept any offer.

Water Treatment Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most water treatment managers?

The most active employers for water treatment managers right now are Veolia, Garratt-Callahan, and Lochmueller, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal utilities and large environmental services contractors tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.

How many water treatment manager jobs are remote?

About 51% of water treatment manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant operations roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid arrangements include regulatory compliance reporting, environmental permitting, and regional oversight positions that do not require daily on-site presence.

How do you become a water treatment manager?

Start by earning a state water treatment or distribution operator certification, which typically requires passing a written exam and logging supervised hours at a licensed facility. Build several years of hands-on operations experience, then move into lead operator or supervisor roles to develop staff management skills. A degree in environmental science, engineering, or chemistry strengthens your candidacy for manager-level postings at larger systems.

Can you get hired as a water treatment manager with little experience?

Direct manager hires with little experience are uncommon because most postings require a certified operator background and demonstrated shift leadership. The most effective path is to enter as a plant operator, earn your state certification, and document any team lead or training responsibilities you take on. Some smaller municipal systems and private industrial facilities will consider candidates with strong technical credentials and supervisor experience from adjacent fields like wastewater or industrial process operations.

What does the water treatment manager interview process look like?

Most processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your certification level and years of relevant experience. A panel interview with utility management or public works leadership typically follows, covering regulatory knowledge, emergency response scenarios, and staff management situations. Some employers add a facility walkthrough or a written technical assessment before extending an offer. The full process usually runs two to four rounds.

Where can I find and apply to water treatment manager jobs?

You can find and apply to water treatment manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification level, facility type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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