Wastewater Operator - Water Technologies

Job description

Job Summary: As a Water Operator 1, you’ll be on the front lines providing operations and maintenance support on water and/or wastewater treatment systems for one of our customers from one of a variety of industries. This mission critical role involves working on (and cleaning) a variety of technologies including, media filtration, softening, reverse osmosis (RO), ion exchange (IX), de-oxygenation, electro deionization, and ultrafiltration (UF). The duty includes unloading Process Filter Presses. Key Characteristics: Consult with Shift Lead and operation teams for direction Operate, monitor, and optimize equipment as directed Change and Clean Filters and other equipment / Pits Conduct maintenance and calibration activities Excellent mechanical know how Duties & Responsibilities: Empty Process Filter Presses Power Wash Pits and Equipment including Confined Space Entry Carry out filter changes, process cleaning, and process operations as directed by Shift Leads Maintain site paperwork, and provide summaries of work performed Communicate with Shift Lead on inventory of spare parts and adequate supply of chemicals and replacement parts Monitor and maintain Water and Wastewater systems as directed Monitor and maintain chemical injection systems as directed Perform analytical testing as directed Maintain a clean work area Other duties as assigned Education & Experience: Required High School Diploma / GED / Home School Certification OR international equivalent 2+ years’ experience of service/maintenance or equivalent in an industrial environment Preferred Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Science/Engineering (STEM) or technical certificate in Instrumentation Working Conditions: Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed