Pretreatment Specialist

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Part Time | Villa Hills, KY, US

Operations Division – Laboratory and Pretreatment Department

Sanitation District No. 1 | Northern Kentucky

Sanitation District No. 1 is looking for a motivated professional interested in environmental compliance and wastewater operations to join our team as a part-time Industrial Pretreatment Specialist. SD1 is a public utility responsible for collecting and treating Northern Kentucky’s wastewater and managing regional storm water services. This position will work approximately 25 hours per week, with some flexibility in scheduling, generally falling Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

SD1’s Industrial Pretreatment Program monitors industrial, commercial, and food service dischargers to protect the wastewater system, public infrastructure, worker safety, and the environment. The Industrial Pretreatment Specialist will inspect, sample, monitor, and evaluate industrial and commercial users for compliance with SD1 Rules and Regulations and applicable state and federal requirements. The position will also support SD1’s Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program, helping reduce grease-related blockages and protect the collection system.

• Assist with wastewater sample collection, labeling, handling, and transport.
• Attend and assist with industrial and commercial inspections.
• Assist with FOG activities, including restaurant and food service establishment inspections.
• Support staff with field preparation, documentation, data entry, and file organization.
• Learn how industrial, commercial, and food service dischargers are monitored for compliance.
• Follow established departmental policies, safety practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist with other program-related assignments as needed.

This position provides practical, real-world experience in:

• Environmental compliance and regulatory programs.
• Wastewater treatment, industrial pretreatment, and FOG program operations.
• Field sampling and inspection procedures.
• Restaurant and commercial facility inspections.
• Public utility operations.
• Professional communication, documentation, and teamwork.

Minimum requirement:
Candidates must possess at least an associate degree in one or more of the following areas:

• Chemistry / chemical technology
• Biology
• Environmental science
• Water or wastewater operations
• A related science or technical field

Candidates should have:

• A valid driver’s license
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Careful attention to detail in field work, sample handling, documentation, and data entry
• A willingness to learn both field and administrative aspects of the program
• Basic computer skills, including data entry, record organization, and standard office software
• The ability to learn and support both field and administrative program activities
• The ability to interact professionally with industrial, commercial, and food service representatives
• The ability to work independently, use sound judgment, and carry out assigned authority appropriately
• The ability to follow safety procedures, policies, and standard operating procedures
• The ability to work in both office and field environments, including industrial, commercial, and restaurant settings
• The ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.