Onsite Wastewater Operator - Aerospace Plant

Collins Aerospace; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in the United States is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator to support industrial wastewater treatment operations within an aerospace repair and overhaul facility.

The role involves hands-on operation of treatment systems, chemical additions, testing, hazardous waste management, and coordination with EHS, Engineering, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Production to ensure safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Experience in industrial wastewater treatment, chemical processing, electroplating, metal finishing, industrial maintenance, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of basic chemical-treatment principles such as pH adjustment, chemical additions, reaction control, precipitation, filtration, and process monitoring.
• Ability to safely handle industrial chemicals and follow established chemical-handling, PPE, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Prior professional or educational experience communicating in English (verbal and written)

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor industrial wastewater treatment systems supporting electroplating and chemical-processing operations.
• Perform wastewater treatment activities including chemical preparation and additions, pH adjustment, and testing.
• Monitor process conditions, adjust operations, troubleshoot, and maintain records.
• Inspect and support maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment and instrumentation.
• Coordinate periodic tank maintenance, cleanouts, and sludge removal.
• Support hazardous waste management, including segregation and disposal documentation.
• Maintain inventories of treatment chemicals and supplies.
• Identify improvements to treatment processes and equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with EHS, Engineering, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Production for safe operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow environmental requirements.

Skills

English communication

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS

Job description

Collins Aerospace in the United States is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator to support industrial wastewater treatment operations within an aerospace repair and overhaul facility.

The role involves hands-on operation of treatment systems, chemical additions, testing, hazardous waste management, and coordination with EHS, Engineering, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Production to ensure safe, compliant operations.