Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator Level 2

Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator Level 2 Job ID 273061 Posted 28-Apr-2026 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance, Environmental Consultancy, Health and Safety/Environment Location(s) Santa Rosa - California - United States of America About the Role:
Looking for a hands-on role where your wastewater treatment skills truly matter? Join CBRE as an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator II supporting a large Global HQ Operations campus in Santa Rosa!
As a CBRE Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator II, you will focus on the operation of the Acid Waste Neutralizer (AWN) system. You will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining wastewater treatment systems and associated equipment. This role includes collecting and analyzing samples, performing routine system adjustments, and ensuring treated wastewater meets applicable regulatory and permit requirements for industrial wastewater, deionized water, and reclaimed irrigation systems. Additional responsibilities will include anticipating and purchasing process related consumables, managing subcontractors, and understanding chemistry related to metal(s) removal from industrial waste streams.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.
What You’ll Do:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial wastewater treatment, reclaimed water, and irrigation systems in compliance with permits, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Collect, analyze, and review samples and operational data; adjust treatment processes to maintain performance and permit compliance.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of treatment and irrigation system equipment, including cross-connection and backflow prevention controls.
• Respond to alarms, upset conditions, spills, and non-compliance events (including after hours as required), and support investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation; coordinate with EHS to support wastewater discharge and reclaimed water irrigation permit compliance.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 3-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Ability to obtain OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Ability to qualify for and participate in a respiratory protection program for chemical handling operations
• Industrial wastewater chemistry knowledge required.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Why CBRE?
We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, paid holidays and more!
• Internal advancement available after 6-month mark
• Work/Life Balance: 40-45 hours a week

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Industrial Waste Treatment Operator I position is $45 per hour and the maximum salary is $50 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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