Western Wake Regional Wastewater Management Facilities

Construction Job Opportunities

Construction job opportunities will be through contractors awarded contracts and subcontractors they employ. During bidding for each of the construction contracts, a list of plan holders/potential bidders will be posted here with contact information. The successful bidder to which a construction contract is awarded will also be posted. Anyone interested in construction employment opportunities is encouraged to contact potential bidders during the bid period or the successful bidder after construction contract award.

Facility Operations and Maintenance Job Opportunities

Qualified staff will be needed to meet the operations and maintenance needs of the Western Wake Regional Wastewater Management Facility. The Partners will develop a complete staffing plan for the new facility and when completed, it will be posted here – along with specific employment opportunities as they are available.
View the Town of Cary’s Current Employment Opportunities.

Interested in Working in Wastewater Operations?

Many future employment opportunities will require that the successful applicant has completed specialized training or possesses specific certifications. The table below outlines potential career opportunities at the Western Wake Water Reclamation Facility (WRF). Please note this table is not a comprehensive list of required qualifications for any of these future positions for the Western Wake Water Reclamation Facility – it only illustrates any specific training and /or certification requirements. View the complete job descriptions and qualifications information on the Town of Cary’s website:

Job Title	Special Training / Certification Requirements
WRF Plant Manager	Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, environmental science, chemistry or related field Extensive experience in advanced wastewater treatment plant operations Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license Possession of Wastewater Operator's Grade IV certification, Spray Irrigation Certification, & Land Application Certification from the State Board of Certification
WRF Team Leader	Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a community college or technical institute with an associate’s degree in environmental science or related field. Extensive experience managing a treatment facility Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license Possession of Wastewater Operator's Grade IV certification, Spray Irrigation Certification & Land Application Certification from the State Board of Certification
WRF Laboratory Supervisor	Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in chemistry, environmental science, biological sciences or related field Considerable experience managing a certified municipal laboratory Ability to meet state laboratory certification criteria Possession of a valid driver's license Possession of Wastewater Operator’s Grade IV certification, Grade II Lab Analyst Certification & Land Application certification from the State Board of Certification
Laboratory Analyst	Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in chemistry, environmental science, biological sciences or related field Experience performing laboratory tests, preferably in a treatment plant laboratory Ability to meet state laboratory certification criteria Possession of a valid driver's license Possession of Wastewater Operator’s Grade I certification & Grade I Lab Analyst Certification from the State Board of Certification
WRF Mechanic / Operator I	The Utilities Department has established a well-defined career ladder program that provides advancement opportunities for mechanic/operators who demonstrate increasing levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Minimum entry-level requirements: A valid driver’s license Grade I Biological Wastewater Certification Through their own initiative, employees can progress up the ladder by attaining additional requirements such as advanced education, more complex skill sets, certifications (i.e. Grade II, III, IV Biological Wastewater Certifications) and/or leadership training.
WRF Mechanic / Operator II
WRF Senior Mechanic / Operator
WRF Master Mechanic / Operator
Electronics Technician II	Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a community college or technical institute with an associate’s degree in electronics or related field. Extensive experience in repair, maintenance and programming of electronics and electrical equipment Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license Possession of a valid Journeyman Electrician Certificate of Competency is preferred

How Do I Get Training?

The North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, Water Quality Division, Technical Assistance and Certification Unit oversees all activities related to wastewater operator certification and training in the state of North Carolina. Find out more about certification and exams.

The American Water Works Association is the authoritative resource on safe water, providing knowledge, information and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of water in North America and beyond. AWWA offers an eLearning Program, an online learning tool for water industry professionals that offers quality training, professional development, and continuing education units (CEUs) via the Internet. Find out more about eLearning programs.

Information about current vacancies, employee benefits, hiring process, and other general recruiting information is available from the Town of Cary’s Department of Human Resources.