Chemical Waste Water Tech 1

Valence; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Valence is seeking a Chemical Technician in Everett, WA for first shift. You will monitor equipment, operate and maintain wastewater treatment processes, and ensure accurate chemical handling and compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, good math and communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, non-exempt position on-site with a 5:00am–1:30pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or GED.
• Previous blue-collar work experience preferred.
• Basic mathematics: add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance of equipment, gauges, and charts in the treatment plant; replace equipment when necessary.
• Operate, maintain and repair malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meter, and other water quality monitoring equipment.
• Calibrate, clean and ensure proper function of pH and ORP probes and controllers.
• Operate and maintain rise pump stations.
• Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process.
• Setup hazardous waste cubic yard storage containers with proper labeling.
• Operate sludge pump and filter press.
• Collect, segregate, and transport hazardous waste from generation points to the hazardous waste storage area.
• Label and sign appropriate hazardous and chemical reactants.
• Inspect facility where hazardous waste is stored and evaluate compliance; track accumulation starts dates of satellite storage containers.
• Compile and maintain list of hazardous waste needing disposal and organize the waste for transport and disposal.
• Review hazardous waste manifests and accompanying land disposal restriction notification forms for compliance.
• Respond to hazardous waste spills in emergency situations.
• Responsible for chemical process tank additions, make ups and remakes.
• Assist in other duties as needed to ensure environmental compliance throughout the chemical processing facility.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Chemical Technician

Reports to: Regional Quality Manager

Location: Everett, WA

Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)

Schedule: 1st shift (Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 1:30pm)

Essential Functions

• Monitor the performance of all equipment, gauges, and charts in the treatment plant and pump stations; Replace equipment when necessary
• Operate, maintain and repair malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meter, and other water quality monitoring equipment
• Calibrate, clean and ensure proper function of pH and ORP probes and controllers
• Operate and maintain rise pump stations
• Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process
• Setup hazardous waste cubic yard storage containers with proper labeling
• Operate sludge pump and filter press
• Collect, segregate, and transport hazardous waste from generation points to the hazardous waste storage area
• Label and sign appropriate hazardous and chemical reactants
• Inspect facility where hazardous waste is stored and evaluate compliance; track accumulation starts dates of satellite storage containers
• Compile and maintain list of hazardous waste needing disposal and organize the waste for transport and disposal
• Review hazardous waste manifests and accompanying land disposal restriction notification forms for compliance
• Respond to hazardous waste spills in emergency situations
• Responsible for chemical process tank additions, make ups and remakes
• Assist in other duties as needed to ensure environmental compliance throughout the chemical processing facility

Requirements

• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Previous Blue Collar work experience preferred
• Basic mathematic skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced and ever-changing environment with multiple priorities

Compensation Range - $22.00 to 26.00 Depending on Experience

Work Environment

Temperatures in the work environment can fluctuate with outside weather conditions. Due to the manufacturing environment, Personal Protection Equipment may be required including safety glasses, goggles, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, and a respirator (provided by Company).