What is a wet plant operator and how to become one

Key steps to become a wet plant operator

1. Explore wet plant operator education requirements

   Most common wet plant operator degrees

   Diploma

   41.7 %

   High School Diploma

   25.0 %

   Associate

   25.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific wet plant operator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Control Room	29.44%
   Loaders	24.89%
   Wet Plant	22.99%
   MSHA	22.68%

3. Complete relevant wet plant operator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New wet plant operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a wet plant operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real wet plant operator resumes.

4. Research wet plant operator duties and responsibilities

   • Manage environmental team planning and maintenance response services.
   • Prepare asphalt mixtures per customer requirements, load and unload tankers and monitor tanks and assist with paperwork
   • Operate tools, including hoists, saws and drills.

5. Prepare your wet plant operator resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your wet plant operator resume.

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6. Apply for wet plant operator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a wet plant operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams