Operation and Maintenance Engineer

We are seeking an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of critical water and wastewater systems. In this role, you will monitor system performance, lead maintenance activities, troubleshoot technical issues, and drive operational improvements to minimize downtime and improve productivity while supporting uninterrupted service for our customers.

What You Will Do

• Monitor the operation of Ultrapure Water, Wastewater, and Reclamation systems
• Ensure systems and equipment operate efficiently and meet established performance targets
• Analyze system performance data and recommend operational and maintenance improvements
• Coordinate with engineering and operations teams to support uninterrupted production and service
• Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and oversee equipment repairs
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and technical documentation
• Identify and resolve equipment faults and operational issues using root cause analysis
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence of failures
• Support equipment upgrades, installations, commissioning, and process optimization initiatives
• Recommend cost-reduction and energy-saving opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Service Center Manager
  
  

Position Details

• Reports to: Boise Service Center Manager
• Travel: Travel is required to and from client facilities in the Boise Metroplex. Minimal travel may be required for training purposes.
• Onsite at Boise, ID Fab Shop
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related field) with 3–5 years of experience in operations and maintenance, or more than 10 years of experience in semiconductor-related water treatment system operations, maintenance, expansions, and improvements
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices
• Familiarity with maintenance systems (CMMS), tools, and techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex industry-related documents
• Understanding of applicable safety standards and regulations
• Proficiency with MS Office and Navisworks
• Effective communication, teamwork, time management, and multitasking skills
  
  

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $90,000-$120,000 Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
  
  

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.