Wastewater Sampling Technician

SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an engineering and technical services provider with over 20 years of experience. The firm has approximately 100 professionals, including engineers, scientists, and project managers, who utilize best practices in management, quality, and engineering principles to ensure project delivery.

SOL Engineering is seeking dedicated, experienced candidates to join our team as a Wastewater Sampling Technician. This role will collect and analyze wastewater samples at designated sites. This position involves installing and maintaining sampling equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and working as part of a team to monitor and assess wastewater treatment processes.

Responsibilities

1. Follow industry, SOL, client safety standards.

2.Perform sampling twice a week at 3 to 5 designated sites in the East Central, West Central, and/or Southeastern public health districts.  Work is considered to be on-call, and there is no guaranteed amount of work.

• Receive shipment of autosamplers for transport to assigned sites.
• Perform initial site visits in support of autosampler installation at the influent end of designated wastewater treatment (WWTP) sites or at schools.
• Participate in coordination and planning meetings on a regular basis as necessary.
• Participate in training associated with work duties on the project.
• Coordinate work as a member of a 2-person sampling crew if needed.
• Wastewater sample collection for SARS-CoV-2 or other pathogens as directed, 2 days per week between Monday and Thursday each week.
• Collect 24-hour composite samples utilizing provided autosamplers and associated equipment.
• Responsible for daily drop off samples at FedEx for shipping.
• Field reporting and data entry required.
• Able to ride in vehicle for 4 or more hours a day.

Education and Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to pass a physical examination.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and background checks.
• Physical ability to carry up to 30 pounds.
• Previous experience with wastewater sampling or environmental monitoring is a plus.
• Must have strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Location: TBD - Central Alabama working from an office in Birmingham, AL or Montgomery, AL (The work will most likely be in the Montgomery area.)

Job Site: Various Wastewater treatment facilities in the central Alabama area and possibly southeastern area.

Requirements: A valid driver’s license, pass a physical examination, pass a drug screening, pass background checks, ability to carry 30 pounds, and at least have a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive health benefits package, paid vacation, professional development opportunities, and 401(k) retirement plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SOL Engineering Services, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Veterans, HUBZone residents, and individuals of HUD-assisted (Section 3) and Section 8 housing programs are encouraged to apply.