Effluent Decontamination System Technician (Industrial Wastewater Tech)

Four Seasons Environmental, Inc.; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 40,653 - 57,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefit - 401(k) with match

Disability Insurance

Job summary

A facilities management firm is seeking an Effluent Decontamination System Technician to support 24/7 operations of a high-containment research facility. The role involves operating and maintaining the Effluent Decontamination System, along with troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical systems. Ideal candidates should have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, and experience with industrial systems is required. This position includes rotating shifts and a focused work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial or utility operations and maintenance.
• Employees may be subject to immunization and testing requirements.
• Must meet federal credentialing process for facility access.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the Effluent Decontamination System.
• Respond to alarms from building automation systems.
• Maintain HVAC and utility systems.

Skills

Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills

Strong electrical troubleshooting skills

Ability to read schematics

Familiarity with HVAC systems

Ability to work in confined spaces

Job description

Effluent Decontamination System Technician (Industrial Wastewater Tech)

General Info

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Location: Four Seasons Environmental, Inc. - National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility: Manhattan, Kansas
• Pay: $35.77/hr plus fringe benefit of $9.87/hr
• Hours: Monday to Friday - Time TBD

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Benefit - 401(k) with match
• Disability Insurance

Position Summary

The EDS Operator supports 24/7 operations of a high-containment research facility by operating, monitoring, maintaining, and repairing the Effluent Decontamination System (EDS) and associated utility systems. The effluent decontamination system (EDS) provides thermal waste processing for a research laboratory 24/7, 365 days per year. This role ensures continuous, safe, and compliant treatment of laboratory waste streams while supporting facility mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and instrumentation systems.

This is a hands‑on, multi‑trade position requiring independent judgment, technical depth, and strict adherence to safety, security, and biological containment protocols.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the Effluent Decontamination System (EDS).
• Monitor building automation systems and respond to alarms.
• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, piping, and utility systems.
• Calibrate and test instrumentation and controls.
• Maintain logs, work orders, and system documentation.
• Participate in rotating shifts.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with industrial or utility system operations and maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with steam, pumps, valves, HVAC, and control systems.
• Employees may be subject to immunization and testing requirements pursuant to client and current company requirements.
• Employees must meet the requirements of the federal credentialing process to access the facility, including obtaining facility access (PIV card, smart card, access card, badge) and meeting ongoing training and access requirements.
• Employees may be required to participate in the select agent program which would include additional background investigations, training and performing work in a bio‑containment facility, as well as meeting ongoing program requirements to maintain eligibility and compliance.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.

Work Schedule

• Rotating shifts supporting 24/7/365 operations.

Company Info

Four Seasons Environmental, Inc. (www.fseinc.net) is a 350‑associate facilities management firm. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, FSE offers a very stable work environment. Our goal of 35+ years remains the same: satisfy the customer and continuously improve. If you are looking for a nurturing company that puts the customer and the employee first, then please submit your resume for consideration.

Mission Statement

In a corporate culture of positive reinforcement, we will produce excellence by continuously finding better ways to serve our client as we would wish to be served.

Vision Statement

In a nurturing corporate climate where families are valued and continuous improvement is a way of life, we will treat our customer and our fellow employees as we would wish to be treated so that we will continue to be our customer's contractor of choice.

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• No relocation assistance is available.
• Four Seasons Environmental, Inc. is a federal contractor and is required to comply with the Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988 (which supersedes state laws to include cannabis). Employment is contingent on passing a 10‑panel pre‑employment drug screen, random drug and alcohol screenings, and background/reference checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

All resumes will be kept in strict confidence.

We are an institutional, commercial, full‑facility operation and maintenance contractor and equal opportunity employer: including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.