Wastewater & Facility Maintenance Technician

Depot Connect International•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Wastewater & Facility Maintenance Technician maintains environmental compliance under facility discharge permits while carrying out mechanical, electrical, and facility upkeep. The role oversees daily wastewater treatment operations, hazardous waste handling, and chemical inventory, and performs preventative and reactive maintenance on critical plant infrastructure, including pumps, motors, boilers, piping, and electrical systems. The technician treats and monitors industrial wastewater, supports waste and residual management, maintains required records and training, and helps ensure regulatory compliance. The role also performs maintenance and troubleshooting on plant equipment, boiler and steam systems, electrical systems, buildings, and grounds, supporting safe and reliable site operations.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
1–2 years of hands-on experience operating and treating wastewater in an industrial or commercial setting.
Active state Wastewater Operator license, or ability to obtain and maintain one according to state regulatory requirements.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Current RCRA certification or ability to complete and maintain annual RCRA training.
Proven experience in general maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting.
Practical knowledge of electrical work across high and low voltages (120/240V and 277/480V).
Exposure to multiple skilled trades, such as mechanical, electrical, piping, or welding.
Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver a minimum of 75 lbs regularly.
Ability to work in varied industrial conditions, including heat, cold, and noise, and safely navigate tank wash and mechanical areas.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with boiler operations and steam transfer systems, or willingness to learn them.

Responsibilities

Treat industrial wastewater daily to support tank wash operations and incoming customer water.
Monitor incoming wastewater streams through the waste program to detect anomalies, identify process issues, and maintain optimal treatment chemistry.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental discharge permits and standards.
Monitor sludge accumulation across storage tanks and assist the Facility Manager with residual waste management and chemical inventory tracking.
Handle hazardous waste in accordance with regulations, including storage protocols, labeling, and hazardous material manifests.
Maintain accurate customer manifest files and collaborate with the Customer Service Coordinator to support accurate invoicing.
Maintain Hazard Communication compliance in tank wash and wastewater treatment areas and keep operational spaces clean, organized, and safe.
Maintain annual RCRA certification and training standards.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance on plant equipment, including motors, motor controls, pumps, and air compressors.
Service and maintain boiler units, including inspection, repair, or replacement of associated piping, steam lines, and valves.
Use knowledge of steam distribution piping to help ensure product temperatures meet manufacturer specifications.
Assist with electrical troubleshooting, installation, and repairs on low- and high-voltage systems (120/240V and 277/480V).
Perform general building and grounds maintenance, structural repairs, and basic welding as required.
Diagnose mechanical malfunctions, complete work orders promptly, support site operations, and perform other duties as assigned.