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Amentum is a global leader in designing, engineering, and modernizing critical systems and programs of national importance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and the environment. Driven by our commitment to creating a secure, sustainable future, we innovate as a collaborative team of passionate professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impa...

Responsibilities or duties

The WTP Operator‑in‑Training (OIT) supports the operation and maintenance of Water Treatment Plant (WTP) systems in accordance with Navy utility operations standards and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include assisting certified operators with daily operation, monitoring, and control of water treatment processes to ensure the production of safe, potable water.

The OIT performs routine inspections, collects water samples, conducts basic testing, and records operational data under supervision. This role includes learning treatment processes such as filtration, disinfection, chemical dosing, and system monitoring while adhering to established safety and environmental procedures.

Additional duties include assisting with preventive maintenance activities, maintaining cleanliness of treatment facilities, responding to alarms or abnormal conditions as directed, and supporting inspections and audits. The WTP Operator‑in‑Training gains hands‑on experience while supporting mission‑critical water utility operations in a remote, mission‑driven environment.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic understanding of water treatment principles, mechanical systems, or utility operations

Ability to follow technical instructions, procedures, and safety protocols

Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on‑call schedules as required

Must be in possession of a valid Passport and be able to travel internationally.

Passport should be valid for a minimum of 1 plus years at the time of hiring.

Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Experience needed

1–3 years of experience in utilities, water treatment support, industrial operations, or related field

• Supports the operation and maintenance of Water Treatment Plant (WTP) systems in accordance with Navy utility operations standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assists certified operators with daily operation, monitoring, and control of water treatment processes to ensure the production of safe, potable water.
• Performs routine inspections, collects water samples, conducts basic testing, and records operational data under supervision.
• Learns treatment processes such as filtration, disinfection, chemical dosing, and system monitoring while adhering to established safety and environmental procedures.
• Assists with preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintains cleanliness of treatment facilities.
• Responds to alarms or abnormal conditions as directed.
• Supports inspections and audits.
• Gains hands‑on experience while supporting mission‑critical water utility operations in a remote, mission‑driven environment.

• Ability to follow technical instructions, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Basic understanding of water treatment principles, mechanical systems, or utility operations.
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Passport with at least 1 year of validity at the time of hiring.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.