Water Treatment Process Operations and Install Technician

Job Description

Water Treatment Process Operations and Installation Technician - safely install, operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment plants; trouble shooting; regulate process controls; and maintain plant efficiency. Typical duties include: mechanical and electrical installation, oversight of filed personnel, collecting samples; performing analysis on water/wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis; monitoring the operation of the plant; adjusting plant valves, flows, and return rates; adjusting chemical dosages as needed; running various analytical tests; calibrating and maintaining lab and equipment; entering data from lab analysis; and possibly conducting local laboratory testing. Other responsibilities include performing general and preventative plant maintenance; ensuring water is good quality; ordering supplies and chemicals for treatment; maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment; and any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Plant Operations: The technician will be involved with manufacturing and installation of process equipment. The person will also be involved in daily operations and maintenance activates. The technician will provide hands on activities for installation, operation and maintenance of water treatment equipment, specifically:

• Media filtration
• Reverse Osmosis
• Demineralization
• Related processes
• Other Duties: As needed.

Actual plant operations for water treatment or chemical processing is preferred. Must be experienced in starting, operating and shutting down process fluid systems including pumps/motors, valve lineup operations, changing plant conditions and maintaining safe, efficient and stable plant conditions. >1 year operations preferred.

Authority

Equipment : Specification and selection (no direct signature authority initially)

Financial : None

Internal and External Business Contacts : Responsible for communications with clients, business contacts, suppliers and partners

Supervisory : None

Physical Requirements: Physical labor required. Lifting, bending, climbing ladders, etc...

Typical Working Conditions: The job will require visits to customers or suppliers sites, which may have typical chemical process risks, including hazardous chemicals, tripping hazards, etc.

Equipment Used: Typical office equipment, computer, etc. Laboratory test equipment

Essential Physical Tasks: Must be able to frequently lift loads of 50-60 lbs. Must be sound with hand tools. Electrical and PLC experience a plus.

Must be able to pass drug and background screening required for refinery and chemical plant access

Functions

• Understanding of mechanical and process design
• Field trouble shooting and perform repairs as requried
• Background in water treatment technologies specifically related to membrane (specifically nano and RO), chemical treatment, conventional clarification and filtration techniques.
• Ability to communicate with internal (Sales, Engineering & Operations) groups as well as external customers, suppliers and partners.
• Computer literacy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate via phone, e-mail, and written reports.
• Excellent organizational abilities,
• Ability to travel
• Ability to perform field validations/reviews/inspections

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures and safe practices.
• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable
• Must have valid driving license and TWIC card
• Willing to work all shifts including: weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25