Water System Specialist FT 1st St Lukes Med Ctr Milw

American Addiction Centers • Milwaukee, WI

3d • $36 - $53 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Water System Specialist will manage ASHRAE 188-compliant water management programs, ensuring policy enforcement and administrative documentation. This role provides direct support for regulatory surveys, coordinates bacterial testing and response protocols, and compiles/analyzes water chemistry and biological testing results. The specialist will monitor operations of domestic water supplemental disinfection systems, maintain site policies and records, manage vendor relationships, and track water meter data for conservation initiatives. Additionally, the role involves preparing reports and traveling to various enterprise sites for walkthroughs and assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering field.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in project management and database management.
• Minimum 1 year of experience conducting data analysis and interpretation, including development of graphical reports for large datasets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive).
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, algebra, and water engineering calculations (e.g., concentrations, dosages, volumes).
• Basic knowledge of analytical chemistry and biological culture analysis.
• Strong data interpretation skills and ability to determine best practices based on technical information and trends.
• Effective public speaking and communication skills, including leading meetings and presenting to large groups.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering.
• ASSE/IAPMO 12080 Certified Legionella Safety Personnel (or obtained within one year of hire).
• Certified non-transient, non-community public water supply operator in Wisconsin and Illinois.
• 2–5 years of experience in project management, database management, and analytical chemistry or microbiological analysis.
• 2–5 years of experience developing and administering ASHRAE 188–compliant water management programs in healthcare.
• 2–5 years of experience with chemical water treatment for boilers, cooling towers, and closed-loop systems.
• Experience interpreting industry standards and regulations (e.g., ASHRAE 188, CMS Memo 17-30, AAMI 108, AWWA C651, Clean Water Act).
• Experience designing, operating, or evaluating supplemental water disinfection systems.
• Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory language and complex technical information.
• Knowledge of building plumbing design and mechanical water systems, including ability to read plumbing diagrams.
• Understanding of water chemistry principles and microbiological processes.
• Experience working with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Responsibilities

• Manage ASHRAE 188–compliant water management programs, including policy enforcement and administrative documentation using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Provide direct support for regulatory surveys, including inspector interviews, documentation retrieval, and site visits to demonstrate compliance with water management requirements.
• Coordinate bacterial testing and response protocols enterprise-wide to ensure records are maintained and corrective actions are executed in accordance with organizational policy and best practices.
• Compile and analyze water chemistry and biological testing results for cooling towers, boilers, and closed-loop systems to ensure alignment with performance standards.
• Monitor operations and state-mandated compliance testing for domestic water supplemental disinfection systems.
• Maintain site policies, safety documentation, and task records within digital management platforms.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure accountability, including scheduling, billing oversight, and facilitation of stakeholder meetings for planning and communication.
• Track and analyze water meter data to identify trends and support water conservation and energy-efficiency initiatives.
• Prepare written and verbal reports summarizing compliance metrics, testing results, and trends for quarterly safety and business reviews.
• Travel to enterprise sites (approximately 10% of workdays) across Wisconsin, Illinois, North Carolina, and Georgia to conduct onsite water system walkthroughs and assessments.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level