Entry-Level Wastewater Technician: Field Testing & Safety

Covanta; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Company-paid life Insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Wastewater Technician I for a 7:00am - 3:30pm shift. This entry-level position involves sampling waste streams, off-loading tanker trucks, QA/QC, bench testing, and assigning waste stream treat codes.

The role requires basic mechanical understanding and safe operation of equipment and tools. Responsibilities include basic chemical analysis, tank sampling, hose connections, and assisting with sludge transfer and dewatering systems, with paperwork for regulatory records.

Qualifications

• 1 year or less experience in wastewater or similar field.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Wastewater Technician Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic chemical analysis (pH, flash point, FOG, solids, ammonia).
• Operate equipment such as pressure washers, power tools, hand trucks, forklifts per safety policies.
• Sample tanker trucks and containers; connect hoses and unload tankers.
• Utilize oil line and wastewater treatment line operations.

Skills

NetSuite

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Reworld is seeking a Wastewater Technician I for a 7:00am - 3:30pm shift. This entry-level position involves sampling waste streams, off-loading tanker trucks, QA/QC, bench testing, and assigning waste stream treat codes.

The role requires basic mechanical understanding and safe operation of equipment and tools. Responsibilities include basic chemical analysis, tank sampling, hose connections, and assisting with sludge transfer and dewatering systems, with paperwork for regulatory records.