$35.92/hr-Sewer Jet Rodder Operator

Position Information

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Primary Role

Illinois American Water is seeking a Sewer Jet Rodder Operator to join our team in Woodridge, IL. This role will work hand-in-hand with our plant operators in helping to identify material that needs to be prioritized and hauled. You will be responsible for operating a variety of machinery including sludge and belt presses. You will also work with our contractor when removing solids from the processing plant. This is a great opportunity to learn and explore the water production and operations!

The successful bidder will have a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Tanker Endorsement (“N”). This position will be responsible for transporting liquid sludge to and from Chicago-Metro’s wastewater facilities, as well overseeing the liquid and biosolids processes for Chicago-Metro’s wastewater operations. With a goal toward optimizing plant operations, and with supervisory support, the Semi Equipment Operator will additionally assist other wastewater personnel with sludge management processes as well as perform facility/grounds maintenance and upkeep as needed.

Key Accountabilities

• Load and transport liquid sludge from one wastewater facility to another.


• Belt Press operations and daily upkeep of sludge management data.


• Inventory and ordering of polymer and sludge management related chemicals.


• Basic maintenance and upkeep of the sludge truck/tanker, sludge loading tractor, and any other vehicles used.


• Provide regular feedback to operators and/or foreperson regarding the sludge management process.


• Intentional and daily contributions to facility cleanliness and order. Includes general housekeeping as well as general grounds upkeep.


• Facility, operational, and/or maintenance assistance (cleaning tanks, oil changes, painting, daily operations, etc.) at multiple facilities as requested by Operators, the Foreperson, or Management.

Knowledge/Skills

• Responsible for the safe operation of all daily functions including those involving the sludge tractor/trailer, dump trailer, sludge loading tractor, belt press, and other facility equipment


• Follow all safety rules and operation procedures as established by the Company.


• When applicable, and as part of the sludge management process, this person may collect liquid sludge and/or cake samples.


• Mathematical aptitude to effectively perform calculations associated with the position and to ensure efficiencies in sludge management operations.


• Mechanical aptitude to service and maintain a wide variety of machinery and equipment, including the tractor trailer used for liquid sludge hauling, dump trailer, sludge loading tractor, and belt press (when applicable)


• Comply with all requirements to provide high quality biosolids treatment as established by the company and governmental regulatory and environmental agencies.


• The ability to learn and use computer programs such as Outlook, Microsoft Office, Waterly (Production Department’s data entry system), and MapCall.


• Familiarity with SCADA computer systems for utilities.


• Must be available for work after business hours and during emergencies


• Physical capability to perform heavy manual labor in all types of weather


• Must be reliable, responsible, organized, resourceful and able to think and act promptly, all while most often working alone


• Perform housekeeping duties around the facility


• Work with plant operator to perform tasks around the facility


• Ability to cooperate/collaborate with other wastewater and laboratory personnel


• Perform backup operational duties with wastewater operations


• Good written and verbal skills


• Prompt reporting of safety or environmental concerns or those relating to the loading/unloading of sludge or overall management of the wastewater facilities


• Strong problem solving and prioritizing skills


• All other duties as assigned by management

Experience/Education

• Possession of a valid Illinois Class “A” CDL with “N” endorsement as well as a safe driving record


• Must be able to meet all applicable D.O.T. regulations


• Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent


• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations is preferred


• Opportunity for growth by learning and obtaining Treatment Operator licensing 

Travel Requirements

• Local travel within service territory required

Work Schedule

• Full-time, on-site


• Sunday-Thursday, 7am-3:30pm


• Opportunity for overtime

Short Description

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