At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people. As a Wastewater Operator in Training (OIT), you’ll be an essential member of a dedicated operations and maintenance team. Your role would involve monitoring, maintaining, and operating critical equipment to ensure safe and effective treatment of wastewater. By upholding regulatory requirements and exceeding standards, your work will help protect both public health and the environment. Working collaboratively in a safety-focused, team-oriented setting, you will be based in Traverse City, MI. Your tasks will include operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plant systems, participating in weekly team meetings, and performing daily facility operations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance through preventive maintenance, accurate sampling and analysis, and consistent monitoring of plant operations and effluent quality. Your responsibilities will also include diagnosing operational issues, making process control adjustments, and taking corrective actions as necessary. You’ll prepare operational reports, collect and analyze samples, perform laboratory testing, determine appropriate chemical dosing, keep detailed operational logs, and carry out other assigned duties. Above all, you’ll be committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for yourself and your colleagues. #OMFS #BIA #OurJacobs #BoldlyMovingForward #ChallengeAccepted * High School Diploma or equivalent * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and ability to accurately enter data into maintenance management and operational data collection systems. * Valid driver’s license with no major infractions * Experience with general maintenance of engines, pumps, valves, motors; general maintenance experience in plumbing and electrical. * Will obtain State of Michigan Wastewater Treatment Operator License Level D within 2 years. Ideally, you’ll also have: * Certifications in welding, heavy equipment operation, lubrication, vibration analysis, asset management, or other related areas. * Previous experience operating water or wastewater treatment plants * Proficiency in computer software encompasses, but is not limited to, PLC and SCADA systems. * Relevant coursework or training in biology, chemistry or water and environmental disciplines Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a pre-employment physical is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact. Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.