Field Water Treatment Supervisor

CleanHarbors • Austin, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for a Field Water Treatment Supervisor to work at a customer location and join our safety-conscious team. This team member is responsible for the full operational lifecycle and crew management of water treatment equipment, including bag, sand, media, and resin filtration, as well as other treatment methods. This is a highly mobile, field-based role requiring extensive travel (90% or more) to client and project sites. The Field Water Treatment Supervisor serves as the subject matter expert for system planning, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and repair. This individual also contributes to organizational knowledge through training and best-practice development while representing HPC-Industrial and building continuous working relationships with clients and customers.

Requirements

• At least two years of hands-on experience operating or maintaining water treatment systems, including solids removal, media filtration, resin filtration, reverse osmosis (RO), deionization (DI), or similar systems.
• Working knowledge of water chemistry principles and water quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and process systems in a field environment.
• Strong documentation habits and attention to data accuracy.
• Ability and willingness to travel 90% or more, including extended deployments.
• A minimum of five years of experience in the industrial cleaning industry.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Specific vocational preparation, including classroom safety training, on-the-job training, and essential experience gained through previous employment.
• English language proficiency sufficient to understand safety training and respond to instructions during emergency situations.
• Compliance with the company's driving policy when operating a company vehicle or using a personal vehicle for company business.
• OSHA certification, if required for the position.
• Knowledge of emergency equipment operation, including fire extinguishers.
• Required Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) certificates.

Responsibilities

• Lead site assessments and develop installation plans for mobile water treatment equipment.
• Execute equipment installation in accordance with project specifications and engineering drawings.
• Commission systems and verify performance against target water quality parameters before handoff.
• Coordinate with project managers, site contacts, and logistics teams to ensure on-schedule deployment.
• Operate high-purity water treatment systems during assigned project periods.
• Monitor water chemistry parameters, including total dissolved solids (TDS), pH, and flow rates.
• Adjust system controls and chemical dosing to maintain product water quality within specified limits.
• Identify and respond promptly to process deviations or alarm conditions.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and process-related system failures in a field setting.
• Execute repairs and component replacements using available tools and spare parts.
• Escalate issues beyond field repair capabilities to engineering or OEM support, providing detailed documentation.
• Minimize system downtime through rapid, methodical fault isolation.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks according to manufacturer guidelines and internal preventive maintenance schedules.
• Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and findings in the maintenance management system.
• Track equipment service intervals and proactively identify upcoming maintenance needs.
• Maintain the cleanliness and serviceability of all equipment in the field.
• Record operational data, including system performance metrics and water chemistry results, at defined intervals.
• Maintain accurate, legible field logs and submit reports to operations management regularly.
• Flag out-of-specification conditions and document corrective actions taken.
• Train site personnel, client operators, and junior technicians in water treatment operations.
• Develop and deliver practical, hands-on instruction covering system operation, water chemistry, and safety procedures.
• Assess trainee competency and provide constructive feedback.
• Create or update training materials and standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of operational best practices based on field experience and performance data.
• Participate in periodic technical reviews and recommend process improvements.
• Share lessons learned across the field team to improve overall operational standards.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Group 401(k) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. only), allowing you to own part of Clean Harbors.
• Generous paid time off, company-paid training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Positive and safe work environments.
• Opportunities for growth and development at every stage of your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed