Wastewater Treatment Plant Field Operator

About RED-Rochester

RED-Rochester LLC, is the primary utility provider and district energy supplier for the 1,200-acre Eastman Business Park, one of the world’s most comprehensive industrial campuses located in Rochester, NY. RED-Rochester owns and operates a highly reliable and efficient utility infrastructure that delivers a full suite of services—utilizing high pressure industrial boilers and a gas turbine-supporting electricity, steam, chilled water, and other critical utilities across the park. These services are distributed through a dedicated microgrid and industrial systems designed to meet the demands of diverse industrial and commercial tenants.

RED-Rochester Mission Statement

Through our unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, environmental stewardship, and community, we strive to be a trusted utilities provider that drives sustainable development, powers progress and leads the way towards a greener and brighter future.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Field Operator ....  This role is responsible for maintaining and operating wastewater treatment facilities and equipment.  

Responsibilities

Work Environment

Location: Kings Landing 

Work Schedule: Variable 12-hour shifts

Setting: Wastewater treatment facility

Travel: Limited travel within the Eastman Kodak park grounds, as required. 

Physical Requirements

While performing duties of job, incumbent is occasionally required to bend, lift, walk, or carry equipment.   Employees must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

Experience 

Ability to follow procedures, work instructions and safety/environmental rules and regulations

Ability to work on a team and learn enough processes to become more independent

Proficient in MS office

Qualifications 

Ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Valid, unencumbered driver’s license and required insurance

Knowledge of wastewater plant functionality

Experience in wastewater treatment systems and operations strongly preferred

Knowledge of wastewater regulatory programs 

Knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements and systems 

Education 

High school diploma/GED; wastewater treatment systems operator certification preferred

Compensation

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, RED-Rochester provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $20.00 to $24.00 per hour. This position is also eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus program.

Benefits 

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package that includes:

• A generous time off program 
  • Upon hire, up to 156 hours of accrued vacation time 
  • Personal time of 3 days annually 
  • 10 company-paid holidays
• Annual bonus program (dependent on position) 
• Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans
• Company paid Life Insurance/Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Spending Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and a competitive company match
• Educational assistance program

RED-Rochester is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.