Position Summary

Wastewater Treatment Operator Job Opening

The Western Monmouth Utilities Authority, Monmouth County’s premier environmental government agency, is excited to be expanding the staff of dedicated and valued professionals who maintain our critical wastewater infrastructure by seeking several Wastewater Treatment Operators.

WMUA offers top salaries, outstanding benefits, unparalleled professional and personal development and a laid-back but mission-oriented workplace to highly-motivated, positive, proactive and team-centered individuals preferably with experience in the public environmental sector including wastewater collections, treatment and engineering.

The starting salary is $39.71 an hour and benefits are available immediately upon employment. Interested applicants should send resumes to fnudelman@wmua.manalapan.nj.us.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for operating our 8.8MGD advanced tertiary treatment plant, taking samples, monitoring data and maintenance, among other tasks.

Qualifications

-The successful candidate must have experience in wastewater treatment, a high school diploma and a valid Driver’s License.

-The ideal candidate will also possess a NJDEP License in Sewer Treatment (S 1-4), and able to lift 75 pounds safely.

-A valid CDL, Class B with Tanker endorsement license is required.

This is a full-time position, on a rotating shift. Overnights and weekends are a must.

Additional Information

Job Location: Manalapan NJ

Salary Range: Starting at $39.71 per hour

Benefits:

-Healthcare

-Dental

-Pension

-Overtime available

-Paid Vacation

-Paid Personal Time Off (PTO)

How To Apply: Send your resume to fnudelman@wmua.manalapan.nj.us

PK 3/20/2026