Building Engineer (Water Treatment Operator)

CBRE•Santa Rosa, CA

31d•$31 - $34

About The Position

As a CBRE Building Engineer (Water Treatment Operator), you will focus on the operation of the Acid Waste Neutralizer (AWN) system. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function and is responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience.
In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Preferred certification in two or more of the following: Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC and Refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair.

Responsibilities

Clean tanks and filter beds, using backwashing (reverse flow of water)
Repair and lubricates machines and equipment, using hand- and power tools
Test water samples to determine acidity, color, and impurities, using colorimeter, turbidimeter, and conductivity meter
Dump chemicals such as polymer into tanks to coagulate impurities and reduce acidity
Maintain equipment and plant areas by painting, repairing machinery, and replacing parts
Record data, such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, and water pressure
Inspect records, observe conditions, make calculations to determine whether the plant is working effectively
Predict necessary maintenance and facility needs to ensure continued effective operation of the plant, and explain to supervisor, EHS, auditors and regulatory personnel what the plant does and the data recorded as evidence of regulatory compliance
Understand advanced processes and the impact of feed water quality on production and finished water quality
Operate, monitor, and maintain processes.
Control treatment plant machines and equipment to purify and clarify water for industrial use and operate the following:
Electric motors, pumps, and valves.
Agitators to mix chemicals and allow impurities to settle to bottom of tank, Valves to regulate water through filter beds to remove impurities, Pumps to move purified water into water mains, Monitor panel board and SCADA HMI and controls to regulator flow rates, loss of head pressure and water elevation and distribution of water.