Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. (“Thalle”) is currently seeking an experienced, committed, career-minded Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to be part of our growing team in Clayton, NC.  Our ideal candidate will be a team player who is highly motivated with a strong work ethic and desires to be part of a skilled construction team.

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office in Hillsborough, NC, and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas. Thalle has construction projects throughout the Southeast, Texas, and New Jersey with growth nationwide.  Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects include dams, reservoirs, locks, DOT roadway construction and bridges, large diameter utilities, landfills, mass excavation, wastewater, and on-demand emergency services.

We are a proud representative of Tully Group (www.tullygroup.us).  The Tully Group is one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms with their corporate office in New York City and long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey.

Safety is our TOP priority!  Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, 401K with a company match, and more!  Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. 

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify, and Drug Free Workplace.

Regional Office Location: Clayton, NC

Job Title: Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Salary: Competitive compensation package based on experience.

The Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the operation, monitoring, inspection, and maintenance of treatment systems and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining treatment processes, troubleshooting operational issues, and supporting startup and commissioning activities during plant construction and expansion projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor treatment processes, equipment, and systems to ensure compliance with operational and regulatory requirements.


• Perform routine inspections of pumps, motors, blowers, valves, tanks, chemical feed systems, and related equipment.


• Monitor plant performance through SCADA systems and other control interfaces.


• Collect operational data and maintain accurate logs, reports, and records.


• Conduct process sampling and testing as required.


• Troubleshoot operational issues and assist in identifying corrective actions.


• Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel and contractors.


• Respond to alarms, equipment failures, and process upsets in a timely manner.


• Assist with startup, testing, and commissioning activities for new equipment and treatment systems.


• Support development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.


• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, environmental regulations, and operating procedures.


• Participate in operator training and continuing education programs.


• Work collaboratively with project teams, engineers, contractors, and management to support plant operations.


• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Wastewater Operator License preferred (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe).


• Minimum 2 years of experience operating wastewater treatment facilities, water treatment facilities, industrial process systems, or similar operations preferred.


• Experience with pumps, motors, valves, blowers, chemical feed systems, and treatment processes preferred.


• Familiarity with SCADA systems and computerized control systems.


• Ability to read and interpret operating procedures, technical manuals, and process diagrams.


• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.