Wastewater Plant Technician | 12h Shifts | Mining

WSP Global Inc.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Blackhawk, CO is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician to join our team. This full-time role focuses on process monitoring, sampling, QA/QC, and data entry to support reliable plant operations.

We require at least one year in a similar maintenance position; ability to obtain HazWOPER; and willingness to work 12-hour shifts including nights/weekends. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• At least one year in a similar maintenance position at a warehouse, production facility, or a Public Works.
• Ability to obtain a 40-hour OSHA HazWOPER certificate or have a current certificate.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• Ability to operate heavy mobile, construction type equipment.
• Good understanding of Health and safety practices, and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to complete shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary (shifts can be 12-hours per day). Typical rotation will be either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday, 5AM to 3PM
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds several times per day.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs and on unimproved areas of the site several times per day.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal and communication abilities, both verbally and in writing, conveying ideas in a clear and professional manner
• Demonstrates self-leadership, attention to detail, a willingness to learn new skills, ability to multitask, follow instructions, and adhere to company policies.
• Demonstrates proficiency in working both independently and on teams while adhering to supervisory guidance, and effectively collaborates as a team member to achieve organizational goals.
• This role is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Responsibilities

• Assist colleagues in the wastewater treatment plant process including process monitoring and adjustments.
• Perform laboratory water and process sampling QA/QC which includes solids analysis and benchtop spectrophotometer analysis of water samples.
• Perform influent and downstream water source sample collection at remote locations.
• Perform data collection and entry of process and other operations information into operations logbooks up to 6 times per day.
• Perform filter press operation up to 2 times per day.
• Coordinate proper disposal of treatment plant residuals and wastes with local waste management contractors.
• Monitor extended systems critical to plant process (including chemical feeds, influent water sources, and lift stations) and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform operation and maintenance of skid steer type equipment for offloading deliveries and performing snow removal.
• Assist maintenance personnel with repairs and maintenance, including grounds maintenance and janitorial duties, as required.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Skid steer operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA HazWOPER 40-hour certification

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Blackhawk, CO is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician to join our team. This full-time role focuses on process monitoring, sampling, QA/QC, and data entry to support reliable plant operations.

We require at least one year in a similar maintenance position; ability to obtain HazWOPER; and willingness to work 12-hour shifts including nights/weekends. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.