Waste Water Treatment Technician

Job Overview

The Wastewater Treatment Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment in the facility. This role involves monitoring the treatment processes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and performing routine maintenance on equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and control wastewater treatment processes, including filtration, chemical addition, and disinfection.
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, motors, and valves.
• Maintain accurate records of operations, maintenance activities, and any incidents that occur.
• Ensuring the quality of the industrial wastewater and sludge leaving the facility meet standards
• Clean out filter press
• Comply with all safety and environmental regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Help with blends if needed (able to travel to different facilities).
• According to the formula, pick, weigh, and stage the required raw materials from the warehouse and follow work order manufacturing instructions for blending batches.
• Completely and accurately fill out the production documents with initials.
• Collect the required samples according to the work order instructions for testing by QC.
• Report any deviation from procedures to the Manager.
• Follow GMP, safety guidelines and procedures.
• Actively participates in cleaning and sanitation protocols by preparing the plant using daily, weekly, monthly, cleaning procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience

· A high school diploma or equivalent is required

• Ideally, some related experience and /or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience in similar industry. BUT NOT REQUIRED.

· Forklift certification is a plus but not required. Will train to get certified through the company

· Previous experience in wastewater treatment or a related field is advantageous.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes and systems.
• Proficient in the use of laboratory equipment for water quality analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations related to wastewater treatment.
• Ability to read and write in English and/or Spanish
• Must be able to understand SOP’s, and job specific work instructions.
• Ability to manage time and maintain a high level of physical activity.
• Frequently stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively and remain organized in daily tasks.
• Ability to understand compounding, mixing, and filtration.
• Completes required batch documentation records.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift Monday-Friday 6am-2pm
• Day shift

Work Location: In person Elkhorn, other locations East Troy, Walworth

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16