Wastewater Plant Technician – Operations & Lab

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP is seeking a full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician to join our Blackhawk, CO plant. You will monitor processes, collect samples, and perform lab analyses to support the mining team. The role requires shift work, safety compliance, and ability to operate equipment on site.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and OSHA HazWOPER certification or eligibility. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential as you assist maintenance and ensure safe plant operations.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and OSHA HazWOPER certification or able to obtain.
• Ability to operate heavy mobile, construction-type equipment.
• Strong safety practices and the ability to work shifts (nights/weekends/holidays).

Responsibilities

• Assist in wastewater treatment plant monitoring and adjustments.
• Perform lab water sampling QA/QC and solids analysis.
• Collect samples from influent and downstream water sources.
• Record process data into logbooks up to six times daily.
• Operate filter press up to twice per day.
• Coordinate disposal of plant residuals with waste contractors.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA HazWOPER certificate (40-hour)

Job description

WSP is seeking a full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician to join our Blackhawk, CO plant. You will monitor processes, collect samples, and perform lab analyses to support the mining team. The role requires shift work, safety compliance, and ability to operate equipment on site.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and OSHA HazWOPER certification or eligibility. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential as you assist maintenance and ensure safe plant operations.