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Nika

Lead Water/Waste Water Plants Operator

Kodiak, AK · On-site

NIKA is hiring for a Lead Water/Waste Water Plants Operator for a base operations support services contract in Kodiak, AK! Named a "Top Workplace" by the Washington Post, NIKA is a well-established ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for watering plants in the United States is $16.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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One of the main challenges in this role is ensuring that each plant receives the appropriate amount of water, as needs may vary widely among different species and environments. Additionally, you may work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in varying weather conditions or across multiple locations, which requires flexibility and stamina. Staying attentive to early signs of plant stress or disease is crucial to prevent larger issues. Effective communication with team members—such as gardeners, landscapers, or facility managers—is also important for coordinating schedules and addressing any plant health concerns in a timely manner.

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To excel in Watering Plants, you need attention to detail, knowledge of plant care, and the physical ability to handle repeated watering tasks. Familiarity with irrigation systems, watering schedules, and sometimes moisture meters can be helpful, though specialized certification is not typically required. Strong time management, reliability, and the ability to observe and report plant health concerns are valuable soft skills. These qualities help ensure that plants remain healthy and vibrant, preventing loss or damage due to improper watering.

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A Watering Plants job involves ensuring that plants receive the right amount of water to stay healthy and thrive. This may include watering indoor or outdoor plants, checking soil moisture levels, and following a schedule to prevent over- or under-watering. Some positions may also involve fertilizing, pruning, or monitoring plant health. The job can be part-time or full-time and is common in nurseries, greenhouses, landscaping companies, and private residences.

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Lead Water/Waste Water Plants Operator

Lead Water/Waste Water Plants Operator

Nika

Kodiak, AK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

NIKA is hiring for a Lead Water/Waste Water Plants Operator for a base operations support services contract in Kodiak, AK!
Named a "Top Workplace" by the Washington Post, NIKA is a well-established company that is focused on growth within an entrepreneurial environment. We work with governments to operate and manage their real property. Our operations management, engineering, and project management services provide our customers with the value and expertise to ensure operational readiness for complex and mission-critical facilities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • The Lead Water/Waste Water Plants Operator is expected to serve as Plant Supervisor and the facility coordinator for both water/waste water plants and areas of operation (AOR).

Required Skills
  • Current Level III Water Treatment License and Level II Waste Water Treatment license from the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.
  • Minimum of two years' experience working in the Base Kodiak facility or a plant of similar capacity and configuration. This includes working with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)systems and PLC (Programmable Logic Systems)/HMI (Human Interface Software Integration) knowledge.
  • Must meet the requirements of 18 AAC 74 and also possess SCADA, PLC/HMI experience.

NIKA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, NIKA takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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