Wastewater Technician

patriotexternal; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Sick time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services—a premier environmental services provider in the Western United States—seeks a Wastewater Technician to operate, inspect, and maintain wastewater treatment equipment. You will gather and analyze water samples and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, all while prioritizing safety and quality.

The role involves long hours, day or night shifts, and potential overtime; prior experience in wastewater treatment and hazardous materials handling is preferred,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• HAZWOPER certification and Confined Space Entry preferred.
• CWEA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the top priority and follow safe work practices.
• Operate equipment and chemicals to treat and purify wastewater.
• Inspect, clean, maintain wastewater equipment, tanks and beds.
• Monitor gauges to determine load requirements and malfunctions.
• Coordinate large repairs with management personnel.
• Collect and analyze water samples per regulatory standards.
• Test, troubleshoot and respond to alarms and ensure backup systems work.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and coworkers.
• Attend safety trainings and work overtime as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Adaptable to pace

Education

High school diploma

HAZWOPER certification

Confined Space Entry certification

CWEA certification

Job description

WHAT WE DO

As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States,Patriot Environmental Servicesprovides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services. We are committed to the principles of safety, superior customer service and experience, and unyielding quality and dedication.

We provide a broad array of environmental services to meet any need that our clients may have. From emergency spill response to hazardous waste transportation to wastewater treatment, or from industrial cleaning to full facility closure and remediation, Patriot can do it all with our own internal resources and do so while accomplishing every metric of success.

Our mission is to always be Prepared and Professional.

Join the team that makes a difference!

JOB SUMMARY

The Wastewater Technician is responsible for the process of treating and disposing of wastewater, collecting data, and the inspection, operation and maintenance of the equipment that treats the wastewater.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner.
• Operate equipment and utilize chemicals to purify and clarify water. Appropriately process and dispose of industrial wastewater.
• Inspect, clean, repair, and maintain the condition of wastewater equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other areas.
• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
• Coordinate larger repairs and maintenance with the appropriate management personnel.
• Collect, preserve, test, analyze, and record water and sewage samples with relation to National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, and respond to all alarms at the facility and pumping or booster stations. Verify all backup systems are operational.
• Maintain positive working relationships with clients and coworkers.
• Attend preliminary and follow-up safety training as required.
• Work long hours and overtime during day, night or weekend shifts.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience in the environmental services industry experience is preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience in waste water treatment is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of industry best practices, risk assessment techniques, standards, and all applicable laws and regulations as they relate to the wastewater treatment field is required.
• HAZWOPER certification and Confined Space Entry certification are highly preferred.
• California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) certification highly preferred.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail; meticulous.
• Safety conscious.
• Flexible to fast paced changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Frequent walking, standing, and physical activity.
• Frequent carrying of weights from 0-50 pounds.
• This job operates in a plant environment, with the possibility of both indoor and outdoor tasks.
• The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, requiring the adherence to basic safety measures.
• The work environment may involve moderate exposure to the elements, including extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.

BENEFITS

• PTO, paid holidays, sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurances
• 401(k) with company matching

Starting Hourly Pay: $23.00-$28.33

Patriot Environmental Services is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

Check us out online at www.patriotenvironmental.com