Wastewater Technician: Fluoride Reduction & Ultra-Pure Water

Wolfspeed; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfspeed in Durham, NC seeks an Industrial Facilities Wastewater Technician to manage fluoride reduction and acid neutralization for compliant discharges. You will work with pretreatment, RO, and UV units to supply ultra-pure water for manufacturing.

The role involves maintaining water systems, calibrating pH and conductivity sensors, and supporting sustainability goals by treating and recycling process waste.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with water or wastewater management, manufacturing, or mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to read and follow safety instructions and operating manuals.
• Valid US driver’s license and ability to work in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Neutralize fluoride to meet discharge permit requirements.
• Neutralize mixed acids from manufacturing processes for discharge.
• Operate pretreatment, reverse osmosis, and UV water systems.
• Recover and recycle process waste using multimedia and carbon filters and RO systems.

Skills

Water systems

Wastewater operations

Plumbing

Pump repair

Plant operations

Maintenance

Sensor calibration

Safety rules

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

pH meter

Conductivity meter

Job description

Wolfspeed in Durham, NC seeks an Industrial Facilities Wastewater Technician to manage fluoride reduction and acid neutralization for compliant discharges. You will work with pretreatment, RO, and UV units to supply ultra-pure water for manufacturing.

The role involves maintaining water systems, calibrating pH and conductivity sensors, and supporting sustainability goals by treating and recycling process waste.