Treatment Plant Operator II

Treatment Plant Operator II

As a Treatment Plant Operator II at Lehigh County Authority (LCA) in Allentown, PA, you’ll be part of a team responsible for the safe and reliable operation of our water and wastewater treatment facilities. In this role, your work ensures that thousands of residents and businesses in our community receive clean, safe water and that our natural environment is protected.

If you’re ready to grow your career and make a direct impact on the health and sustainability of our region, we’d love to hear from you!

What the Job Looks Like

When you join LCA, you become part of a team dedicated to protecting resources and serving the community with integrity. Day to day you’ll:

- Operate and monitor treatment equipment including pumps, motors, valves, meters, boilers, and sludge processing units.

- Use SCADA systems and manual logging to track plant performance and adjust processes as needed.

- Collect samples, conduct field testing, and interpret results to maintain compliance with environmental regulations.

- Document and report any equipment malfunctions and assist with troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

- Perform operator-level maintenance such as lubricating equipment, regenerating softeners, and filling chemical tanks.

- Train and provide guidance to lower-grade operators as assigned.

- Rotate between water filtration and wastewater treatment plants on scheduled or temporary assignments.

- Contribute to a safe, efficient, and collaborative workplace.

What You Need to Thrive in This Role

To be successful in this position, you should bring a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and a strong sense of responsibility.

- Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, with specialized training in water or wastewater treatment. At least two years of experience as a treatment plant operator or equivalent.

- Licensing & Certifications: Valid Pennsylvania Class A Water or Class A Wastewater Operator’s license (no subclasses required). Must obtain appropriate subclasses within three years of appointment. Valid PA Driver’s License required.

- Skills & Abilities:

- Strong understanding of treatment plant operations, laboratory testing, and safety protocols.

- Ability to read gauges, meters, and SCADA system outputs accurately.

- Capability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs/ladders, and perform plant rounds every four hours.

- Effective communication and teamwork skills to work collaboratively across shifts.

- Schedule: Rotating 12 hour night shift (6p-6a), including weekends, and holidays.

About Us and What We Offer You

Since 1966, we've been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable water and sewer services to our community. At LCA, we believe in teamwork and collaboration. We work closely with our customers and neighboring municipal systems to create partnerships that benefit everyone. Our regional approach allows us to respond quickly and enhance services whenever and wherever they're needed.

LCA isn't just a service provider; it's a vibrant and dynamic place to work. We offer an exciting and busy environment where our employees are the heart of our operations. By joining our team, you'll play a key role in ensuring that our public services are valuable, affordable, and high-quality. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and service, LCA is the place for you. Join us and help shape the future of our community!

Benefits and Perks

LCA offers competitive pay and robust benefits including:

- Starting pay rate = $30.60/hour

- Union role with fully paid Health, Dental and Vision coverage – employee and eligible dependents

- Generous paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays

- Fully paid life & AD&D insurance

- Flex Spending Plan and other voluntary coverage

- Eligibility for two retirement plans - Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement Plan and 457(Empower)

I’m interested; how do I get started?

Our hiring management partner is myHR Partner. myHR Partner is not a staffing service or recruiter. All resumes/applications will be reviewed for this position and only for our organization. Applicants who meet the initial qualifications will be contacted for a phone interview.

Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.

EOE, M/F/D/V.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.60 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Dependent health insurance coverage

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person