Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the plant.
Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also reimburses employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their licenses and certifications within the industry.
Woodard & Curran is growing! Woodard & Curran is looking for Water or Wastewater Technicians near Seabrook Island, South Carolina to join our experienced team of Technicians and Operators. The Technician will perform routine maintenance, monitoring and testing of water and wastewater systems to assist with facility operation, maintenance, and service. Employees who join Woodard & Curran’s staff find a culture that is welcoming, supportive, and empowering.
This position is eligible for a $2,000.00 sign-on bonus.
What would you be doing at Woodard & Curran?
Assist operators with the performance of all required job duties.Take and record instrument readings.Report to the supervisor any irregularities with instruments or their readings.Collect samples and perform routine laboratory analysis.Maintain Utility tract through general clean up and wash-down of facilities.Maintain Utility grounds through lawn mowing, weed eating, etc.Perform routine tasks with hand tools (shovels, rakes, etc.).Read water meters and record volume used by residential and commercial customers.Install water meters as needed.Locate valves, water mains, manholes, leaks, etc. in the field.Report to the supervisor any irregularities with meters, meter boxes, mains, valves, valve boxes, or hydrants.Assist with water line repairs.Check sewage pump stations routinely.Assist with repair and maintenance of sewage pumps and sewer lines.Responsible for the safeguarding and maintenance of personal protective equipment and issued tools.General knowledge of utility and company policies and procedures.Serve in on-call capacity and respond to after-hours emergencies.What will you need to succeed?
Minimum high school diploma or GED required.Ability to obtain necessary certifications within 24 months of hire required (D Level Biological Wastewater, D level Water Distribution Certification).Valid South Carolina’s Driver's License required.One to two years of related experience in similar field.Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds, walk up to 5 miles per day, and constantly stoop, kneel, crouch, and stand.Valid driver's license with clear driving record.Any combination of the training and experience which will indicate possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed above.Successful candidates will be required to complete a DOT background check, DOT pre-placement physical and DOT drug screen before employment.
Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)
As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard & Curran uses a Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently.
What this means:
- MDR applies to both you and the Company
- Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings
- Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement
AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS, YOU’LL BE REQUIRED TO REVIEW AND ACKNOWLEDGE THE MDR.
🔗 Review the full agreement here: Mutual Dispute Resolution Agreement
Employee Support & Benefits
Retirement Savings:
- 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Time away from work:
- Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
- Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
- Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
- Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:
- Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
- Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
- Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
- Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.
Workplace Information
E-Verify Participation
Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.
🔗 View required Right to Work and E-Verify posters here.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility
Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.
🔗 View our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
🔗 View the "Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster
Inclusion & Belonging
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.
As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact.
Recruitment Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees.
Text Message Communication Notice:
To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP.”
Terms, Privacy & Use of AI in Hiring
🔗 Woodard & Curran Terms of Use
🔗 Woodard & Curran Privacy Statement
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process (e.g., application review or resume screening). These tools assist our team but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people.