Industrial Waste Treatment Operator and Maintenance (Part-Time)

Ecolab Inc.•Oakland, IA

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water annually. We serve industries from food & beverage to mining and manufacturing, delivering innovative solutions that reduce, reuse, and recycle water while protecting systems and equipment. Our team combines deep technical expertise with smart technology to drive efficiency, sustainability, and performance. Ecolab is seeking a Wastewater Operatorâ¯to join our team and help shape a more sustainable future. As a Wastewater Operator, you'll support onsite operations that are safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible. You'll help our customers reduce water, energy, and natural resource consumption while improving productivity and reducing operational risk. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow in a high-demand technical field, this is your opportunity to thrive with purpose.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Position requires a current and valid Driver's License with no restrictions
Experience using basic hand tools
Experience using a computer (email, MS Office)
No immigration sponsorship available
Position requires lifting up to 50 pounds
Position may require exposure to hot, cold, noisy, or dirty environments
Position requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, balancing, walking, standing, climbing
Position requires working indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Experience working independently in an industrial setting
Experience in industrial wastewater treatment or maintenance, particularly with reverse osmosis or other membrane technology
State-level water or wastewater treatment certifications Background in heavy industry (e.g., steel or metals manufacturing)
Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, or CMMS systems

Responsibilities

Be at the heart of our mission to protect vital resources.
Ensure the smooth operation of wastewater treatment systems, helping customers meet environmental standards and operational goals.
Contribute to safer workplaces, cleaner water, and more efficient industrial processes.
Take ownership, solve problems, and continuously improve operations - making a good system even better.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
auto insurance
home insurance
pet insurance
identity theft protection
short-term and long-term disability
401k
pension plans
retirement health care benefits
short-term incentives
vacation (12 days)
holidays
parental leave
employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
discount on day care services and caregiver services
adoption assistance
group legal services
employee assistance program
employee discount program
education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations