Wastewater Technician

gpac; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay $25–$35/hr

Shift differential

Weekly attendance bonus

Relocation expenses covered

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Free uniforms

Training and certification support

Job summary

GPAC partners with a premier meat processing organization in Western Ohio seeking a 1st Shift Wastewater Technician. This modern facility offers stability, top-tier compensation, and real career growth.

You will operate and maintain wastewater equipment, collect samples, calibrate probes, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining detailed logs. Relocation and a robust benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of industrial wastewater treatment experience preferred.
• Valid Wastewater Certification preferred.
• Experience with chemical dosing, pH monitoring, and pump troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment equipment (pumps, valves, filters, etc.).
• Perform daily inspections of the wastewater system and record operational data.
• Collect water and sludge samples for laboratory testing and adjust chemical treatment (pH levels, chemical dosing) as necessary.
• Perform probe calibrations, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on pumps and treatment systems.
• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate logs, operational records, and compliance reports.
• Follow all company safety protocols, PPE requirements, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Skills

Wastewater experience

Mechanical aptitude

Chemical dosing

pH monitoring

Pump troubleshooting

PLC/SCADA

Forklift certification

OSHA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC/SCADA systems

Job description

GPAC is partnering with a premier, rapidly growing meat processing organization in Western Ohio seeking a motivated and detail-oriented 1st Shift Wastewater Technician. Operating out of a newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility featuring modern stainless-steel equipment, this position is ideal for an experienced tech seeking stability, top-tier compensation, and true career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment equipment (pumps, valves, filters, etc.).
• Perform daily inspections of the wastewater system and record operational data.
• Collect water and sludge samples for laboratory testing and adjust chemical treatment (pH levels, chemical dosing) as necessary.
• Perform probe calibrations, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on pumps and treatment systems.
• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate logs, operational records, and compliance reports.
• Follow all company safety protocols, PPE requirements, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of industrial wastewater treatment experience preferred.
• Valid Wastewater Certification preferred.
• Experience with chemical dosing, pH monitoring, and pump troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PLC or SCADA systems.
• Forklift or equipment operation certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, HACCP, GMPs, and SQF.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ($25-$35/hr based on experience) + Shift Differential + Weekly Attendance Bonus.
• Relocation Expenses Covered.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• 10 Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation.
• Provided Free Uniforms.
• Ongoing on-the-job training and certification support.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.