Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

The Wastewater Operator will perform overall operation and maintenance of our industrial waste treatment plant, controlling the acid neutralization / chemical precipitation process in accordance with permit discharge parameters. Additionally they will be responsible for monitoring the storage and mixing of chemicals used in manufacturing process prior to wastewater operations

# Job Description

What you’ll do:

- Operate the equipment in treatment plant to control flow and processing of discharged material

- Monitor system controls and adjust valves manually or by remote control to regulate flow of effluent discharge

- Observe operating conditions, interpret control readings, and test results to control flow of influent waters through filtering, flocculation and clarification processes

- Maintain operation log and records flow, PH, and discharge readings

- Collect samples and perform routine tests and analyses

- Carry out and complete routine maintenance functions and housekeeping in the waste treatment area

- Monitor waste acid storage tanks and ensure that waste processing is on pace with production needs

- Monitor raw acid storage tanks to ensure integrity of containments for safe storage practices

- Perform automated acid mixing and monitor process acid storage tanks to enable manufacturing production

- Receive and oversee bulk chemical deliveries

- Perform, as assigned, other similar or related duties

What would you bring:

- High School Diploma or GED equivalent

- Minimum of 3 years' operating experience in industrial wastewater plant

- Basic computer skills (email)

Eligibility Requirements:

- Ability to work 3rd shift (10:30pm -6:30am)

- Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

- Ability to work overtime as required including occasional weekend shift.

- Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, and safety shoes

- This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

What will make you stand out:

- Completion of NJDEP industrial wastewater training course

- NJDEP Industrial Wastewater Operators license N2 desired

- Advanced RCRA hazardous waste training.

- GE certification or equivalent in D.O.T. hazardous waste transportation laws

- Strong written and verbal communications skills

- Ability to learn quickly with strong problem-solving skills

- Ability to work independently and in a cross functional team

- Demonstrates positive attitude, strong work ethic, and self-motivation

- Proficiency in mechanical and electrical skills.

- Has strong ethical standards and integrity

The pay for this position is $30.50 to 40.63/hr. plus 10% shift differential. This posting is expected to remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Benefits Available to You:

GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.

- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.

- GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

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About GE Gas Power

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

# Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 03, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.