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- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Wastewater Operator - Gilroy, CA

Jacobs -
Gilroy, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,880 - $72,800 a year

Benefits

Caregiver leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Wastewater Certification
Waste treatment plant experience
High school diploma or GED
Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator
Driver's License
Wastewater systems

Full Job Description

Location
Gilroy, California, United States

Capabilities
Operations and Maintenance

Office Setup
Office/Onsite

Job ID
#39330
Market
Water

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what’s currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

Jacobs is seeking a Wastewater Operator , based in Gilroy, CA that performs skilled operational, maintenance, and monitoring duties in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility. This position is responsible for ensuring treatment processes comply with California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) regulations, NPDES permit requirements, and facility policies. The Operator II performs advanced operational duties and may act as lead operator during assigned shifts.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

#ourjacobs #bia #omfs #challengeaccepted

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operate, monitor, and control wastewater treatment processes including liquid treatment and biosolids systems
Interpret SCADA data, laboratory results, and process indicators to make process control adjustments
Start, stop, and adjust pumps, blowers, valves, and chemical feed systems
Perform process control calculations and determine chemical dosages and flow rates
Operate and troubleshoot PLC and SCADA systems
Collect samples and perform routine laboratory testing
Identify process upsets, diagnose operational issues, and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with NPDES permits, SWRCB regulations, and safety requirements
Accurately complete logs, reports, and regulatory documentation
Provide technical guidance to lower-level operators when assigned
Act as shift lead in the absence of supervisory staff when assigned
Perform other related duties as assigned

Here's what you'll need

High school diploma or GED
Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade III certificate
Minimum of three (3) years of wastewater treatment plant operations experience
Valid California driver’s license

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

Experience with activated sludge, nutrient removal, and biosolids processes
Strong knowledge of California wastewater regulations and permit compliance
Experience using SCADA, CMMS, and Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrate ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions

Working Conditions:
Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services

Posted Salary Range: Minimum
48,880.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper
72,800.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $48,880.00 to $72,800.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on May 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

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