• Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

    Aerotek (Whidbey Island Naval Air, WA)


    Job Title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to manage and maintain the groundwater extraction, treatment, and recharge (GETR) system at the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) in Oak Harbor, WA. This role involves day-to-day operations, maintenance, monitoring, and management of the groundwater remediation system, as well as providing maintenance for the Area 6 Landfill Cap as per contract requirements. The candidate will be supported by an onsite Project Manager to learn, perform, and complete these duties.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate, maintain, and repair the groundwater extraction, treatment, and recharge system.

    + Provide periodic cleaning and maintenance for the air stripping tower, equalization tank, groundwater extraction wells, effluent discharge swale, and connecting piping.

    + Perform routine maintenance tasks such as hydro jetting underground piping, groundwater well development and cleaning, pressure washing, cleaning/replacing filters, minor plumbing repairs, equipment lubrication, and electrical/SCADA troubleshooting.

    + Conduct tests and field investigations to obtain data for environmental, engineering, and scientific analysis.

    + Maintain and calibrate multi-parameter meters for water and air quality.

    + Collect and ship samples from various water sources and soil or sediment to laboratories.

    + Conduct inspections and review institutional controls and maintenance requirements at facilities.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of experience in maintaining and repairing industrial systems with water pumps.

    + Mechanical repair and maintenance skills.

    + System operation and troubleshooting expertise in electrical and mechanical systems.

    + Eligibility for a Navy DBIDS badge for base access.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Preferred experience in HAZMAT or Wastewater operations.

    + Background in environmental testing or science.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This long-term position offers robust support from the onsite Project Manager and client, with a day shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Enjoy excellent pay and opportunities for training as a Water Treatment Operator. Additional benefits include government holidays, Juneteenth, and Memorial Day off.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role is onsite, based in an office attached to a small pump station near Gate 90 outside the Naval Air Station Whidbey. The work involves driving to plants or pumps throughout the grounds, some located next to the office and others about 20 minutes away. The candidate should reside within a reasonable driving distance to respond to issues if needed. The position requires standing and walking 50% of the time or more, with a company truck available for onsite use. The team includes an onsite Project Manager and Environmental Technicians, with occasional support from technicians from Kitsap/Bangor.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WHIDBEY ISLAND NAVAL AIR, Washington.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $38.41 - $38.41/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in WHIDBEY ISLAND NAVAL AIR,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.