MidGrowing growth
Wastewater Treatment Operator
Treat sewage and industrial wastewater for safe discharge
$40,000 – $75,000/yrOperate treatment plants that clean wastewater before returning it to the environment.
Highlights
Common tasks
Monitor treatment processes, adjust chemical dosing, maintain equipment, and ensure discharge compliance.
Potential downsides
Shift work, exposure to pathogens, and aging infrastructure maintenance.
Skills
ResearchCritical thinkingData analysisPattern recognition
Interests
EnvironmentScienceSocial impactTechnology
Industries
Sustainability
Work style
Hands-onAnalyticalCollaborativeIndependent
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