Industrial Wastewater & Recycling Technician

First Solar, Inc.; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. seeks a hands-on operator to run recycling and wastewater/UPW processes under established work instructions. You will install, qualify, troubleshoot, and improve systems while maintaining safety and efficiency targets.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 1+ years in technical or industrial settings, with preferred wastewater experience. Strong communication and basic IT skills are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• One or more years FS technical experience.
• One or more years' experience in an industrial/commercial operation or a technical setting.
• Associates degree in a technical discipline.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and process troubleshooting will be preferred.
• Prior industrial wastewater treatment experience will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a complete operational understanding of installed recycling and water treatment systems and equipment.
• Ensure recycling, wastewater treatment and ultra-pure water generation processes are running on target as per the process plan.
• Respond to process control alarms through basic course correction and escalation through communication.
• Collect data relating to process control parameters and make adjustments as necessary.
• Analyze process data on a regular basis and implement course correction as needed throughout the shift.
• Respond to process control alarms by evaluating immediate and previous process trends.
• Troubleshoot and solve day-to-day recycling and water treatment process and equipment problems and elevate the process upsets to engineer and supervisor.
• Perform standard tests to ensure proper operation of recycling, wastewater, and ultra-pure water systems.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs including troubleshooting and replacement of pumps.
• Escalate major repairs to maintenance department through coordination with supervisor and engineer.
• Calibrate instrumentation per ISO work instructions.
• Perform routine analysis on samples using laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate records using databases, spreadsheets, and other computer-based programs.
• Properly collect, label, and store hazardous waste within the manufacturing plant and assist with shipment of hazardous waste from the plant per documented hazardous waste work instructions.
• Respond to accidental hazardous material spills by containing and cleaning of the spills through HAZMAT standards.
• Provide training to production associates.
• Develop and update internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
• Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects.
• Develop a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Maintain effective communication with area associates and engineers.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work environment following the 5S standard guidelines.
• Use powered industrial equipment (fork trucks, e.g.) for moving various materials and chemicals.
• Responsible for verbal and written shift pass‑down communications.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Skills

Safety mindset

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Forklift operation

English communication

Documentation

Data recording

Hazardous waste handling

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

First Solar, Inc. seeks a hands-on operator to run recycling and wastewater/UPW processes under established work instructions. You will install, qualify, troubleshoot, and improve systems while maintaining safety and efficiency targets.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 1+ years in technical or industrial settings, with preferred wastewater experience. Strong communication and basic IT skills are expected.