Senior Wastewater Operator (Level 3) - HazMat & Plant Ops

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC is seeking a full-time environmental technician to monitor and maintain equipment in a chemical processing facility. You will manage hazardous waste handling, operate pumps and valves, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, working with hazardous chemicals, and wearing PPE in a shop environment that can reach high temperatures. Strong safety awareness is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with hazardous chemicals, paints and solvents.
• Must be safety oriented and wear PPE.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance of all equipment, gauges, and charts in the treatment plant and pump stations; replace equipment when necessary.
• Operate, maintain and repair malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meter, and other water quality monitoring equipment.
• Calibrate, clean and ensure proper function of pH and ORP probes and controllers.
• Operate and maintain rise pump stations.
• Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process.
• Set up hazardous waste cubic yard storage containers with proper labeling.
• Operate sludge pump and filter press.
• Collect, segregate, and transport hazardous waste from generation points to the hazardous waste storage area.
• Label and sign appropriate hazardous and chemical reactants.
• Inspect facility where hazardous waste is stored and evaluate compliance; track accumulation start dates of satellite storage containers.
• Compile and maintain list of hazardous waste needing disposal and organize the waste for transport and disposal.
• Review hazardous waste manifests and accompanying land disposal restriction notification forms for compliance.
• Respond to hazardous waste spills in emergency situations.
• Responsible for chemical process tank additions, make ups and remakes.
• Assist in other duties as needed to ensure environmental compliance throughout the chemical processing facility.

Skills

Effective communication

Hearing ability

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Job description

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC is seeking a full-time environmental technician to monitor and maintain equipment in a chemical processing facility. You will manage hazardous waste handling, operate pumps and valves, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, working with hazardous chemicals, and wearing PPE in a shop environment that can reach high temperatures. Strong safety awareness is essential for success.