O&M Technician - Water Treatment Facility
About The Position
The O&M Technician participates in operating, maintaining, and repairing water and wastewater treatment facilities. The role monitors plant equipment and processes, performs routine maintenance and repairs, collects samples, conducts tests and laboratory analyses, adjusts chemical treatment as needed, and maintains accurate plant records. The technician also assists regulatory representatives during inspections and responds to accidental releases of hazardous liquids and gases, including performing confined-space entries as required. The work involves routine monitoring of pumps, motors, and other equipment, maintaining a logbook, and entering data into a computer. The employee is routinely exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including very hot or cold temperatures, and the work environment is usually moderately noisy. The position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing, handling tools, and other physical activity, and may involve lifting up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing, with team members, management, clients, and vendors.
- Knowledge of safety procedures in maintenance and operations.
- Ability to operate electric motors fueled by gasoline, diesel, or gaseous fuels, as well as paint, welding, fabrication equipment, and required hand tools.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking, climbing, handling and reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Some water and/or wastewater experience.
- MA Grade T2 Water Treatment License.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate wastewater treatment plant equipment, including pumps, valves, motors, blowers, and chemical feed equipment.
- Adjust and repair wastewater treatment plant equipment.
- Collect samples, run tests, and maintain records.
- Adjust or alter chemical treatment of plant processes as required.
- Participate in treatment processes, plant laboratory analyses, and the operation and maintenance of plant equipment.
- Complete and maintain plant records and reports accurately and on time.
- Assist regulatory representatives who inspect the plant.
- Respond to and control accidental releases of hazardous liquids and gases.
- Perform confined-space entries as required.
- Observe pump and motor operation and conduct routine equipment monitoring.
- Maintain daily records, including writing in a logbook and entering data into a computer.
Benefits
- Paid time off policies
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Savings accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteering
- Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
