Plant Technician-FGD Wastewater Treatment Operator (Brandon Shores Plant)

Talen Energy; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Talen Energy is hiring a Plant Technician-FGD Wastewater Treatment Operator at the Brandon Shores facility in Baltimore, MD. This full-time role requires expertise in wastewater treatment operations, environmental compliance, and safety protocols. The candidate will be responsible for operating treatment systems and managing chemical handling while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription plans

Life and disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in industrial wastewater treatment.
• Valid driver’s license and MDE Class 7 Industrial Wastewater license.
• DOT Hazmat certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage wastewater treatment systems using remote controls.
• Perform routine sampling and lab analysis.
• Ensure safety protocols and manage chemical handling.

Skills

Operational Safety

Chemical Handling

Lab Analysis

Education

Post-high school courses in engineering mathematics or physical science

Job description

Plant Technician-FGD Wastewater Treatment Operator (Brandon Shores Plant)

Overview

Talen Energy is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Plant Technician-FGD Wastewater Treatment Operator at the Brandon Shores facility in Baltimore, MD. The role involves operating and maintaining the FGD Wastewater Treatment Plant and Raw Water systems, ensuring environmental compliance, and supporting plant operations.

Key Details

• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Type: Full-time
• Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 annually
• Benefits include health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Responsibilities

1. Operate and shut down the wastewater treatment and raw water systems using remote controls and VDTs.
2. Manage flow rates and chemical handling, including unloading bulk trailers and totes.
3. Perform routine sampling, lab analysis, and plant rounds.
4. Support maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
5. Ensure safety protocols, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.

Qualifications

• Post-high school courses in engineering mathematics, physical science, or technical studies.
• Minimum five years' experience in industrial wastewater treatment.
• Valid driver’s license; MDE Class 7 Industrial Wastewater license; DOT Hazmat certification.

Physical & Environmental Conditions

Must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in outdoor and indoor environments, with physical demands such as lifting, climbing, and working at heights.

Application

Applicants can upload resumes and relevant documents through the application portal.