Operator-in-Training

Our People & Places Solutions business

• reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do
• the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology
• we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed
• today and into tomorrow.

Your Impact:

At Jacobs, we challenge what's 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 an Operator-in-Training, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services
• uninterrupted.

Based in Gilroy, CA, you'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant including maintenance of equipment and quality control testing. You'll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities. You'll operate treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent, observe variations in operating conditions, and interpret meter and gauge readings. You'll also collect samples, maintain shift logs and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you'll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants
• Basic understanding of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to enter data into a maintenance management system
• A valid driver's license with no major infractions

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

• A current, or working towards obtaining a first level water/wastewater treatment certification
• Basic familiarity of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations, valves, pumps, and motors
• Safe work practices

Working Conditions:

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. 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.