Wastewater Treatment Technician

Work Schedule

This role is anticipated to work Mon – Fri with the expectation to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

This position ensures all effluents discharged from the facility meet required regulatory and company standards by operating wastewater treatment equipment and coordinating with production teams. Responsibilities include testing and monitoring wastewater systems, maintaining safe and efficient operation, and following all safety procedures to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment, eliminate safety hazards, and comply with all company safety rules, including proper use of PPE. Perform daily wastewater testing to ensure all discharges meet regulatory requirements.
• Operate wastewater treatment plant equipment in accordance with approved procedures and best practices.
• Respond to equipment alarms or malfunctions, investigate causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct routine inspection rounds and collect water samples from multiple locations for laboratory analysis.
• Maintain accurate daily records, logs, and documentation of plant operations.
• Record laboratory test results and prepare required reports.
• Troubleshoot day‑to‑day process or equipment issues and recommend or implement improvements.
• Support stormwater management through regular inspections, sampling, and reporting activities.
• Participate in cross‑training and learn all tasks within the department to support operational flexibility.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Reports any issues to the Utilities Supervisor.
• Provides general housekeeping to assure a safe and uncontaminated environment.
• Completes miscellaneous tasks as requested to facilitate the utilities needs, may include some maintenance work in process equipment.
• Responsible for LOTO and operational assistance during maintenance activities.

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co‑workers, company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and company policy.

Basic qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 4 years of experience working with industrial wastewater.

Preferred qualifications:

• Education:
  
  2‑year or 4‑year technical diploma or degree in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology related field.
• Experience:
  
  Wastewater treatment plant operator license.

Basic qualifications:

• Knowledge of industrial wastewater processes.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to learn and follow testing procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with accuracy and prioritize workload.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software, e.g., Excel and MS Word.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to work in a safe manner and follow all safety standards and procedures.

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of quality programs such as ISO 9000.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

• Wastewater equipment and machinery with dials, gauges and controls.
• Standard laboratory equipment for water testing (titrations, analyzers, ovens, samplers).
• Personal protective equipment as required.

• Continuous 24/7 plant operation with 8‑10 hour or longer shifts, as well as evening and weekend call‑in requirements when needed.
• Plant operations areas exposed to variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions. Regular exposure to gases, vapors, odors and hazardous chemicals.
• Occasional exposure to areas with wet floors and high volume of noise.
• Some stair climbing and heaving lifting is required. Work is sometimes above ground level.
• Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time‑sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies/start‑ups.

• Is an active member of the facility SHE (Safety,…