What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waste Water Technician position at Actalent?
Overview:
We are currently hiring multiple Waste Water Technicians for long term, multi year contracts in Newport News, VA. All 3 shifts are available.
Description:
- Operate the Chemical Wastewater & Oily Wastewater Treatment facilities; ensuring the removal or reduction of heavy metals and/or other contaminants prior to discharge.
- Monitors unit processes (equalization, chemical addition, filtration, etc.) and adjusts flow rates, chemical federates and other variables to properly treat wastewater handled by these facilities.
- Collects and analyzes wastewater samples, identifying chemical properties and contaminants to determine required treatment processes and/or evaluate plant operating performance.
Qualifications:
- US Citizenship.
- High School Diploma.
- 2 years of relevant experience.
Additional Information:
- Multiple openings available.
- All 3 shifts available.
- Pay Rate: $25-$32/hr.
- Benefits
- 1 step interview process.
This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $25 - $32