Environmental Technician

Nucor•Fontana, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Technician safely operates and maintains the facility’s water and wastewater treatment, waste handling, boiler, and air compressor operations and related equipment in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. The position may include any combination of the listed duties and requires a rotating schedule, varied shifts, and scheduled or unscheduled overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience in environmental work, water or wastewater operations, and/or waste handling in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.
Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and scheduled or unscheduled overtime.
High level of integrity.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical and/or electrical background.
Experience with automation, PLCs, system building, programming, and troubleshooting.
Project management experience.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain wastewater treatment systems and related equipment, including tanks, clarifiers, pumps, motors, cooling towers, filter presses, water-sampling equipment, and calibration equipment.
Operate and maintain boiler systems.
Operate and maintain air compressor systems.
Handle and package waste, including disposal, packaging, storage, and labeling.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and operations.
Maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
Implement environmental programs involving air, water, and waste.
Respond to spills and participate in emergency response activities.
Oversee contractors and onsite customers conducting environmental-related projects.
Work with the plant-wide team to solve problems and promote continual improvement.
Perform other duties as required by department supervision.