Industrial Wastewater Operator - B License

ProChem Water•Summerville, SC

18d•Onsite

About The Position

ProChem is seeking an independent, responsible operator to operate, maintain, and optimize an onsite industrial wastewater treatment system in the Summerville, South Carolina area. The operator works daily with the customer and ProChem’s technical team. The role is intended for an experienced physical/chemical wastewater operator with a B-level license; operators with higher or lower physical/chemical license levels may also be considered. ProChem provides on-the-job training and company-subsidized benefits for the employee and family. Growth opportunities within the technical services and sales teams may be available. The position reports directly to the District Operations Supervisor and is supported by the South Carolina accounts management team, which can provide safety, technical, and professional training and guidance. The role requires reliable commuting to the work location and the ability to perform the job duties, meet the education, license, and experience criteria, and satisfy the stated physical demands. The schedule is day shift, five eight-hour shifts per week, with occasional Saturday work and overtime. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions at facilities with modest amenities. The operator may encounter machinery noise, odors, hazardous chemicals and compounds, electricity, water, and plumbing equipment. Physical activity includes frequent walking, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, lifting, and ladder work; lifting up to 50 pounds regularly may be required. ProChem provides custom water-treatment solutions to heavy industrial manufacturing facilities in the United States. Its mission is to advance customers’ water-treatment strategies through innovative solutions and comprehensive services while adhering to industry safety, environmental, and ISO standards. Protecting people and the environment is its number-one operating priority. ProChem is an equal opportunity employer, complies with applicable ADA requirements, maintains a drug-free workplace, and participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Physical/chemical wastewater operator license; B-level is sought, and higher or lower physical/chemical license holders will also be considered.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Ability to follow work instructions.
Ability to troubleshoot.
Ability to perform the required job duties and meet the physical demands of the position.
Ability to commute reliably to the work location for the specified schedule.

Nice To Haves

Experience with chemicals and corrosives.
Experience with fluid-handling equipment.
Experience with electrical systems and/or controls systems.
Mechanical ability.
Knowledge of wastewater or water sampling procedures.
Previous experience working in an industrial setting.
Previous experience in a customer-facing role.

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with the industrial wastewater treatment permit.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Monitor and operate water-treatment technologies according to standard operating procedures and guidance from the account management team.
Provide professional, courteous, solutions-focused support to customers.
Follow quality-control, safety, and personal protective equipment procedures.
Conduct regular operator rounds on equipment and system components.
Conduct bench-scale testing and adjust treatment-system parameters based on test results.
Respond to system alarms.
Collect water samples for testing.
Monitor and replace ion-exchange vessels as needed.
Record operational data.
Drive a forklift to load, unload, and organize stock items such as chemicals and filters.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
Follow safety, ISO, and EPA guidelines and regulations.
Generate monthly service reports detailing system performance data.
Maintain a current Hazwoper 24 certification; the certification is company-sponsored.