Wastewater Operator / Maintenance Technician – Menominee, MI

At Infrastructure Alternatives, Inc. (IAI), we specialize in water-related services, focusing on the operation, maintenance, and management of the systems that provide communities with clean, safe water. Joining IAI means becoming part of a team of dedicated leaders and lifelong learners who collaborate to foster growth and share knowledge. We’ve helped many individuals gain the experience needed to become licensed certified operators in Michigan.

Company Benefits & Perks

· 401k

· Medical, Prescription, Dental/Orthodontic, and Vision

· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Saving Accounts (HSA)

· Company Provided Group Life Insurance

· Voluntary Life Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Paid Holiday

· Company Provided Temporary Salary Continuation

· Voluntary Long-Term Disability

· Workers Compensation

· Support for Community Involvement

· Career Development & Compensation and Tuition Reimbursement

· Uniform/Boot Allowance and Reimbursement for Rx. Safety Glasses

· Bonuses and Awards for Commitment to Excellence (ACE)

Basic Qualifications to Apply

· Reside within 35-miles of Menominee Wastewater Treatment Facility.

· Strong mechanical aptitude, technical skills, mechanical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. (e.g., automotive repair, HVAC, machining, welding, or similar trades).

· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends, and holidays, with availability for on-call emergency duties on a rotating 3-week basis.

· Ability to perform physical work, both indoor and outdoor, in all weather conditions.

· Reliable transportation is required.

· A valid driver’s license must be maintained at all times.

· Most positions will require a clean driving record and a criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

· Wastewater treatment experience or operator certification is strongly preferred.

· Water treatment experience or operator certification is strongly preferred.

This is a full-time position. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following. Water and Wastewater system operations and maintenance such as sample collection, laboratory analysis, valve exercising, hydrant flushing, meter readings, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, control of chemical, biological, and mechanical processes, mechanical troubleshooting, cleaning and maintaining process equipment, reading and interpreting charts, flow meters, and other gauges, maintaining records and reporting, general housekeeping, grounds maintenance, mowing, snow plowing, and other facility and ground maintenance.

The qualified candidate will have a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently and interact effectively with co-workers, clients, and the public.

The starting wage for an entry level applicant without wastewater certification is $20.00-$23.00 per hour and will be based on mechanical aptitude and experience. The starting wage for a certified licensed wastewater operater is $23.00-$27.00 per hour but will be based on experience and certification level.

To learn more about our company, visit www.iaiwater.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person