Process Water Technician – Industrial

Water Treatment Technician – Industrial

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with on-the-job training and tailored development. We value talent and growth across learning, development, industry, and personal advancement. Start your path to a WGNSTAR career today!

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5x10's
Pay Rate: $65.00-$84.00/hr
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Position Type: Full-time
Benefits: This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.

• Operate and maintain process water treatment systems, including filtration, softening, reverse osmosis (RO), deionization, chemical dosing, and cooling water systems.
• Monitor and record water quality parameters (pH, conductivity, turbidity, hardness, chlorine, etc.) to ensure compliance with process and environmental standards.
• Perform routine inspections, sampling, and laboratory testing of water systems.
• Adjust chemical feed systems and control equipment to maintain target water chemistry.
• Troubleshoot and repair pumps, valves, sensors, filters, and piping associated with process water systems.
• Maintain accurate logs, trend charts, and documentation of water treatment operations.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs for water and utility systems.
• Assist in the operation and monitoring of wastewater and condensate recovery systems, as needed.
• Follow all safety and environmental procedures, including handling and storage of treatment chemicals.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to optimize system performance and reliability.

• Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical training in Water Treatment, Environmental Science, Industrial Maintenance, or Chemistry preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in industrial water treatment, utilities, or process operations.
• Experience with boiler feedwater, cooling towers, and reverse osmosis systems preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems, instrumentation, and monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of water chemistry, filtration, and disinfection processes.

• Preferences:
• State or local Water Treatment or Wastewater Operator certification.
• OSHA 10/30 or HAZWOPER certification a plus.

May be required to walk up to 5 miles per day, stand for 8-10 hours, and be able to bend, twist, push/pull, crouch, kneel in confined spaces, work at heights, on ladders, and lift up to 50-75 pounds. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job.

Paid Vacation, Select Holidays, Overtime Opportunities, On-site Facilities & Career Development Opportunities.

The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those who work well in a team environment, interact with multiple stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams toward continuous improvement and success.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the role.

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