Sr. Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Technician

American Water; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water in Peoria, IL is seeking a Sr. Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Technician to collect samples, perform analyses, and manage data in a laboratory environment.

The role emphasizes environmental compliance, sampling, recordkeeping, and coordination of supplies across treatment facilities. Local travel and on-site work are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; relevant science background preferred.
• Minimum two to four years in water, wastewater, or environmental compliance.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples from treatment plants and distribution system.
• Perform routine water and wastewater analyses and data entry.
• Maintain lab records, custody, and certifications as needed.
• Troubleshoot lab equipment and assist in training others.

Skills

Basic chemistry

QA/QC

Word

Excel

Access

Environmental regulations

Lab troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Education

Associates degree in science or related field

Bachelor's degree acceptable substitution for experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Job description

Sr. Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Technician

Requisition ID: 110572

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Position Information

Salary range- $27.00-$29.00/hour

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and hasthe opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determinedbased on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits,health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

Primary Role

Illinois American Water is seeking a compliance-minded and environmentally conscious professional to join our team in Peoria, IL. As a Sr. Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Technician, you will be responsible for collecting and running samples, performing sample pick-ups/drop offs, and analyzing data in a lab environment.

The Sr. Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Technician is responsible for collecting samples from various treatment plants and distribution system, performing routine water and wastewater analyses, sample custody, data entry, recordkeeping, and ordering supplies. You will interpret water quality results and initiate chemical dosage changes to treatment process. As a Sr. Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Technician, you will troubleshoot lab equipment and basic lab equipment maintenance.

In this role, you will be responsible for organizing functions and activities related to environmental management and water quality for assigned facilities. The Sr. Technician investigates water quality complaints in the field and determines course of action needed. You help maintain all applicable lab certifications, accreditations, or approvals to conduct compliance and process quality control work. You adhere to policies, practices, and programs to ensure environmental compliance.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct sampling, shipping, and/or analysis, as required, to ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water and wastewater regulations, company approved water quality standards, and special projects. (60%)
• Continuously evaluate water/wastewater treatment processes/analytical results, and recommend modifications to maintain or improve water quality. Identify potential issues and problems and initiate responsive actions and mitigate environmental violations (20%)
• Monitor/calibrate and troubleshoot analyzers, equipment, etc. to ensure established standards of performance and accuracy are maintained. Monitor and order lab and sample collection supplies (10%)
• Assist in training of other employees with regards to WQ and Environmental concepts. (5%)
• On-Call (5%)

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of basic chemistry and laboratory techniques and QA/QC programs.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations and understanding of current environmental legislation and regulations.
• Regulatory knowledge of proper lab analytical testing methods.
• Must understand principles of water and/or wastewater treatment and be able to troubleshoot systems.
• Muti-tasking, utilize a variety of software and apps, computer skills

Experience/Education

• A minimum of an associates degree required
• Minimum Two (2) to four (4) years experience in water, wastewater, or environmental compliance.
• A 4yr degree in physical, chemical or environmental sciences may be substituted for experience

Other Job Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 35 lbs
• Stairs required
• Must be able to distinguish colors to conduct testing using normal colorimetric methods

Licenses & Certifications

• Must hold a valid state issued driver’s license

Travel Requirements

• Local travel within service territory

Work Environment

• Laboratory
• Indoor/outdoor
• Production and office environments

Work Schedule

• Full-time, on-site
• Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm
• On-call responsibility

Competencies

• Plans & Aligns
• Decision Making
• Communicates Effectively
• Builds Networks
• Action Oriented

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.