Facilities Water/Waste Treatment Technician

Intel•Chandler, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Facilities Water/Waste Treatment Technician, you will operate and maintain Intel's industrial water and wastewater systems. You will conduct sampling and analysis to monitor water quality in systems such as UltraPure Water (UPW), Liquid Industrial Waste (LIWS), and Industrial Wastewater Treatment (IWT), supporting the integrity and reliable performance of Intel's water treatment infrastructure and compliance with environmental and operational standards. The role is within Intel Foundry, which supports semiconductor manufacturing and operational excellence. You will help ensure the reliable and efficient operation of critical facilities systems that enable advanced manufacturing. The position requires on-site presence in Phoenix, Arizona, and is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma with 0–4 years of hands-on experience in water/waste treatment or a related field, or an AA or AS degree with no prior professional experience.
Proficiency operating and maintaining industrial water treatment systems such as RO, ion exchange, and ultrafiltration.
Familiarity with water-analysis instruments, including ion chromatography or Differential Microbio Analysis (DMA).
Basic knowledge of sampling techniques and laboratory coordination for water quality testing.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills and ability to present technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to process improvement initiatives or implement novel methods in water analysis.
Experience writing and reviewing SOPs for operational processes.

Responsibilities

Perform sampling and analysis across reverse osmosis (RO), ion exchange, ultrafiltration, ultraviolet light sterilization, and wastewater systems to monitor water quality.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial water, waste, and chemical systems, including cooling towers, steam boilers, heat exchangers, and air scrubbers.
Use analytical instruments, including ion chromatography and particle analysis tools, to assess water health and system performance.
Coordinate with third-party laboratories to ship samples, obtain results, and maintain testing protocols.
Assist in preparing technical reports and presenting findings to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Support implementation of methods and technologies to improve analysis accuracy, reduce turnaround times, and optimize costs.
Write and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve sampling and analytical processes.