Class II Water Treatment Operator

Position Title

Class II Water Treatment Operator / Waterworks Operator (Intermediate Level)

Position Summary

American Ag Energy (AAE) is seeking a licensed Class II Water Treatment Operator (or equivalent) to support the operation, monitoring, and optimization of water treatment and water‑quality control systems across AAE’s engineered biological and environmental management projects. The operator will work within AAE’s multidisciplinary team—including engineers, environmental scientists, and data specialists—to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operation of treatment systems that integrate advanced sensors, biological monitoring, and automated control technologies.

This role is ideal for a technically skilled operator who wants to work in a science‑driven environment and contribute to innovative water‑quality management solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Water Treatment Operations

Operate and monitor pumps, filtration systems, disinfection systems, circulation equipment, and chemical feed systems.

Adjust treatment processes based on sensor data, laboratory results, and operational conditions.

Maintain stable water‑quality parameters across medium‑complexity treatment systems.

Support chemical dosing operations (e.g., hydrogen peroxide, ozone residual control).

Water Quality Monitoring

Conduct daily and weekly testing for pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, nitrogen species, phosphorus, chlorophyll‑A, conductivity, hardness, TDS/TSS, and other required parameters.

Calibrate sensors and instruments used in AAE’s control and monitoring systems.

Document water‑quality trends and provide operational recommendations to engineering and scientific staff.

System Maintenance

Perform preventive maintenance on pumps, filters, screens, separators, and related mechanical systems.

Assist with inspections, equipment evaluations, and vendor‑supported maintenance activities.

Identify operational issues and support troubleshooting efforts.

Data & Control Systems

Operate SCADA or equivalent automated control systems for monitoring flows, sensors, alarms, and chemical dosing.

Support integration of biological or environmental monitoring data into operational decision‑making.

Assist with data management, trend analysis, and reporting.

Field Operations

Participate in routine site maintenance activities including solids removal, debris management, and equipment cleaning.

Support field sampling, environmental monitoring, and operational readiness activities.

Follow all safety protocols for chemical handling, confined spaces, and equipment operation.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

Class II Water Treatment Operator, Class II Waterworks Operator, or equivalent ABC‑aligned license.

Reciprocity‑eligible licenses accepted (Class B, Grade II, Level 2).

Valid driver’s license.

Certifications

OSHA 10 or 30

HAZWOPER 24 or 40

Confined Space Entry

Chemical Handling / Hazard Communication

First Aid/CPR

Experience

Minimum 1 year of supervised water treatment or waterworks experience.

Experience with filtration, disinfection, pump systems, and water‑quality testing.

Experience with SCADA or automated control systems preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of water chemistry, hydraulics, and treatment processes.

Ability to interpret lab results and sensor data.

Mechanical aptitude for pumps, valves, filters, and instrumentation.

Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform manual labor.

Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Ability to enter confined spaces and work around water bodies.

Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, or project‑specific schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

Class III or IV operator license (or progression toward higher licensure).

Experience with biological monitoring, algae control, or environmental sampling.

Experience with engineered pond systems, environmental control systems, or sensor‑driven water management.

Familiarity with genomic or meta‑genomic environmental monitoring.

Position Type

Full‑time Reports to: AAE Project Engineer or Operations Manager 

Location: Washington, DC