Waste Water Technician

United States Steel Corporation; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Steel Corporation in Gary, Indiana is seeking a Waste Water Technician to operate treatment equipment and support production units. The role requires an IDEM Wastewater Operator License Class A or higher and a high school diploma or GED.

You will work rotating 8-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays, and comply with safety protocols. Responsibilities include handling materials, inspecting equipment, and performing routine maintenance in challenging environments.

Qualifications

• IDEM Wastewater Operator License Class A or Higher required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willing to rotate 8-hour shifts including weekends/holidays.
• Able to lift more than 50 lbs and perform manual labor.
• Adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• IDEM Wastewater Operator License Class A or higher classification is required.
• Handles, transports, and processes product and materials.
• Work with and around materials that may be heavy, sharp, or hazardous chemicals.
• Perform manual labor and lift more than 50lbs.
• Inspect and perform maintenance on equipment.
• Work in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, noisy).
• Operate mobile equipment and work on elevated platforms.

Skills

Wastewater Treatment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IDEM Wastewater Operator License Class A

Job description

Waste Water Technician – IDEM Wastewater Operator License Required

United States Steel Corporation

Gary

13686BR

Job Description

The Wastewater Treatment Technician job is a core component for our workforce as one the of world’s largest steel producers. The Wastewater Technician operates equipment and performs tasks that support the various production and service units. As a Wastewater Technician you are required for an Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Wastewater Operator License Class A or higher classification.

Job Responsibilities:

• IDEM Wastewater Operator License Class A or Higher classification
• Handles, transports, and processes product and materials
• Work with and around materials that may be heavy, or sharp, and hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to perform manual labor and lift more than 50lbs.
• Assists in inspecting and performing maintenance on equipment.
• Work in variousenvironmental conditions can be hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and noisy.
• Must be capable of working on elevated platforms.
• Must be capable of operating mobile equipment.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• The position requires rotating 8-hour shift work, which will include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• The position requires overtime work as needed.
• Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines always. Safety is our core value which requires you to wear safety protection such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, boots with metatarsal protection, and when necessary, respirator equipment.
• The position requires punctuality, consistent attendance, and self-direction for the success of the operations.
• Must pass a pre-employment digital assessment.

Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think:Think Critically and Drive Change

Lead:Develop Talent and Collaborate

Do:Empower Performance and Deliver Results

Company Overview

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life – from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.

Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.

We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Ethisphere’sWorld’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ’23, ’24
• Disability: IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ’23, ’24
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation’sEquality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ’23-24, ’25
• Military Times’Best for Vets: Employers 2023, ’24

You should be proficient in:

• Wastewater Treatment