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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Environmental Technician/ Groundwater Treatment System Operator to work on a full time basis in the Western, New York region at a Middleport New York Location.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Will function as the treatment system assistant operator, working as needed, for a 250 gallon per minute groundwater/stormwater recovery and treatment system. The treatment system employs a number of physical and chemical treatment unit operations including: air stripping, activated carbon, and metals precipitation. As an assistant operator, employee will work closely with other operators to ensure proper function of the system.
• Daily operation of treatment facilities includes operation of the pumping and controls equipment, calibration of metering and monitoring equipment, and performance of basic field laboratory tests. Perform various monitoring and troubleshooting activities throughout the Plant and Well House areas. Collect samples and maintain documentation in record logs. Perform routine laboratory analytical testing associated with day-to-day operation/optimization of the treatment process. Prepare required field and office reports of various activities and findings. Initiate basic reports and/or establish and maintain logs and records. Develop discharge monitoring reports for signature by others.
• Will perform non-treatment system related tasks to support operations such as lawn mowing, parking area snow removal, fueling of work vehicle, painting facility housekeeping pads, pumps, etc. and working with subcontractors on non-routine projects.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• High School diploma, or equivalent, and typically 4 years of related work experience, or a Associate's Degree in a related field with 2 years of experience.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and maintenance aptitude/experience essential.
• Experience with the operation and maintenance of chemical addition systems reactors, pumping systems, mixing systems, clarification and filter press systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of automated control systems and SCADA is a plus.
• Minimum High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Completion of a 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA training course (with an annual 8-hour update- current preferred, expired acceptable) is preferred for industrial or hazardous wastewater operations.
• Driver’s license in good standing and vehicle.
• Basic computer skills and experience with email and Microsoft office applications (Word/Excel).
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, work in confined spaces, and work under inclement weather conditions.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.

Salary Range:

$18.61 - $37.55 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! This position requires a Fit for Duty exam as part of the job requirements. Successful completion of this exam(s) will be required post offer acceptance, prior to you being able to continue in the hiring process and onboarding.

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ . We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!