Wastewater Operator - $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Ecolab•Rochester, NY

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. 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 Operator 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. How You’ll Make an Impact: B e 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. Position Details: This position will be based in Avon, NY . What ’ s Unique About This Role: You’ll work with advanced monitoring systems and collaborate across departments in a high-impact, safety-first environment. A chance to build a long-term technical career with access to best-in-class tools, training, and support.

Requirements

High school diplom a 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 stoop ing , kneel ing , crouch ing , reach ing , balanc ing , walk ing , stand ing , climb ing
Position requires working indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Experience work ing 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

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

Starting on Day 1 : Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments.
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.

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