Wastewater Technician - Day/Night Shifts, Safe & Impactful

Cascades; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Employer-contributed retirement plan

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cascades is seeking a Water Treatment Technician in Ashland to operate and monitor the Effluent Treatment Plant, ensuring safe and compliant wastewater treatment. You will collect samples, analyze results, and drive process improvements within a team focused on safety and reliability.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, strong collaboration, and the ability to work rotating day/night shifts. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, and performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial wastewater operations.
• Strong safety culture and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment at the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP).
• Collect and analyze wastewater samples to monitor system health and drive adjustments.
• Evaluate data to improve treatment efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform daily rounds and TPM/CID tasks for assigned area.

Skills

Industrial wastewater operations

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-first mindset

Team collaboration

Sample analysis

Process optimization

Job description

Cascades is seeking a Water Treatment Technician in Ashland to operate and monitor the Effluent Treatment Plant, ensuring safe and compliant wastewater treatment. You will collect samples, analyze results, and drive process improvements within a team focused on safety and reliability.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, strong collaboration, and the ability to work rotating day/night shifts. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, and performance-based incentives.