Wastewater Plant Technician — 12-Hour Shifts

Rivian Automotive; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Rivian Automotive is hiring a Waste Water Technician in Illinois to operate and troubleshoot the Waste Water Pretreatment Plant and RO systems. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while supporting paint shop pretreatment workflows.

The role follows a 12-hour alternating shift on AWS scheduling, including weekends and holidays. Candidates should have an Associate degree or 5+ years’ wastewater experience and be prepared to obtain IEPA Class K certification within

Qualifications

• Associates degree related to industrial safety or environmental health and safety, or 5+ years wastewater systems experience.
• Ability to interpret process instruments, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and basic repairs on treatment systems.
• Ability to learn operating procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to work under high-pressure conditions and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot the Rivian Waste Water Pretreatment Plant and RO systems.
• Represent the water stream management in line with regulations and permits.
• Pass IEPA Class K certification within 1 year of hire after training.
• Collect samples and adjust operations to stay below permit levels.
• Provide backup support for Waste Handling and assist EHS functions.
• Perform exterior environmental checks for SWPP.

Skills

IEPA Class K Certification

Process Instrument interpretation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Blueprint interpretation

Operating under high-pressure env

Education

Associates degree in Industrial Education or Environmental Health and Safety

Job description

Rivian Automotive is hiring a Waste Water Technician in Illinois to operate and troubleshoot the Waste Water Pretreatment Plant and RO systems. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while supporting paint shop pretreatment workflows.

The role follows a 12-hour alternating shift on AWS scheduling, including weekends and holidays. Candidates should have an Associate degree or 5+ years’ wastewater experience and be prepared to obtain IEPA Class K certification within