Water Treatment Technician II

Clean Harbors•Ludington, MI

About The Position

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Field Water Treatment Technician II to operate and maintain high-purity water treatment equipment, including mobile reverse osmosis (RO) and deionization (DI) systems. This highly mobile, field-based position requires travel of 90% or more to client and project sites, potentially including extended deployments. The technician serves as a subject matter expert throughout the system lifecycle, from planning and site assessment through installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and repair. The role also supports training, knowledge transfer, and the development of operational best practices. HPC-Industrial describes itself as an industrial cleaning and environmental services company serving the upstream, downstream, and utility sectors. The company emphasizes safety, customer service, career development, training, and environmental services. Clean Harbors states that its mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials, and describes 40 years of sustainability in action.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on experience operating or maintaining water treatment systems such as RO, DI, or similar systems.
Working knowledge of water chemistry principles and high-purity water quality standards.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and process systems in a field environment.
Strong documentation habits and attention to data accuracy.
Ability and willingness to travel 90% or more, including extended deployments.
Specific vocational preparation, including classroom safety training, on-the-job training, and essential experience gained in other jobs.
English proficiency sufficient to comprehend safety training and respond to instructions in emergencies.
Valid driver's license and compliance with company driving-policy requirements when driving a company vehicle or using a personal vehicle on company business.
Knowledge of how to operate emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.

Responsibilities

Lead site assessments and develop installation plans for mobile RO and DI equipment.
Install equipment according to project specifications and engineering drawings.
Commission systems and verify performance against target water-quality parameters before handoff.
Coordinate with project managers, site contacts, and logistics teams to support on-schedule deployment.
Operate high-purity water treatment systems during assigned project periods.
Monitor water chemistry parameters, including resistivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), pH, conductivity, and flow rates.
Adjust system controls and chemical dosing to maintain product water quality within specified limits.
Identify and respond promptly to process deviations or alarm conditions.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and process-related system failures in the field.
Perform repairs and replace components using available tools and spare parts.
Escalate issues beyond field repair capability to engineering or OEM support and provide detailed documentation.
Minimize system downtime through rapid, methodical fault isolation.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance according to manufacturer guidelines and internal schedules.
Document maintenance activities, parts used, and findings in the maintenance management system.
Track equipment service intervals and flag upcoming maintenance needs.
Maintain the cleanliness and serviceability of equipment in the field.
Record operational data, including system performance metrics and water chemistry results, at defined intervals.
Maintain accurate, legible field logs and submit regular reports to operations management.
Flag out-of-specification conditions and document corrective actions.
Train site personnel, client operators, and junior technicians in high-purity water treatment operations.
Develop and deliver hands-on instruction covering system operation, water chemistry, and safety procedures.
Assess trainee competency and provide constructive feedback.
Create or update training materials and standard operating procedures as needed.
Contribute to developing and refining operational best practices based on field experience and performance data.
Participate in periodic technical reviews and recommend process improvements.
Share lessons learned across the field team to improve operational standards.