Groundwater Treatment Plant Operator

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC • Albuquerque, NM

12h • $25 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC is seeking an experienced Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation and maintenance of a sophisticated groundwater treatment system at Kirtland Air Force Base. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operator who enjoys solving technical challenges, maintaining complex treatment systems, and working collaboratively with engineers and environmental professionals to support an important environmental remediation program. The ideal candidate brings experience operating water, wastewater, groundwater, or environmental treatment systems and is comfortable troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and process control equipment. Experience with environmental remediation systems and SCADA-based operations is highly valued.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating and maintaining water, wastewater, groundwater treatment, or similar industrial process systems
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment
• Experience maintaining pumps, motors, valves, controls, instrumentation, and related process equipment
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• U.S. citizenship and ability to access and work on a Department of Defense installation
• Must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Nice To Haves

• 40-Hour Hazwoper Safety Training and current refresher training or able to obtain before commencing work
• 30-hour Construction Safety Training or able to obtain before commencing work
• Ability to perform or manage maintenance of conveyance, valves, controls, metering, chemical amendment, and water treatment system components.
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system management software is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Support the continuous operation of a groundwater extraction and treatment system at Kirtland Air Force Base
• Monitor, operate, and optimize treatment processes to maintain system performance and regulatory compliance
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on treatment equipment and associated infrastructure
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process control issues
• Collect water samples and maintain accurate operational records and maintenance documentation
• Inspect, maintain, and optimize extraction and injection wells
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of pumps, valves, meters, chemical feed systems, and treatment components
• Utilize SCADA and control systems to monitor performance and identify operational concerns
• Partner with project managers and engineers to anticipate, prevent, and resolve operational issues
• Participate in addressing occasional after-hours operational needs

Benefits

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

What This Job Offers

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