Wastewater Technician- Phoenix, AZ

APEL Extrusions Limited; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

APEL Extrusions, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Operator to operate and maintain our wastewater system in compliance with environmental and safety standards. The role requires reading meters, analyzing water quality, and maintaining test records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 3 years of experience, and English literacy; a college degree in chemistry is preferred. Training occurs during the daytime for a few weeks on the day shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in wastewater treatment or a wastewater lab.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and ensure proper operation of waste equipment.
• Monitor and analyze water quality.
• Read meters, gauges, and instruments needed to monitor, meter, and regulate waste and chemical equipment.
• Collect samples and perform on-site analysis.
• Calculate and log results from laboratory data and maintain test records to prepare federal and state wastewater treatment reports.
• Manage chemical treatment processes and maintain chemical inventories.
• Maintain records for wastewater systems and chemical treatments and report failures or operating inefficiencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Chemistry knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College degree in Chemistry (preferred)

Job description

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Job Id:455

# of Openings:1

Job Title:Wastewater Treatment Operator

APEL Extrusions Location:Phoenix, AZ

U.S. Position:Does not qualify for work visa/sponsorship.

Monday- Thursday Noon- 10pm Swing Shift

Training during the Day Shift for a few weeks.

The Company

APEL Extrusions, Inc. is an independent extruder, finisher and fabricator of aluminum extrusions, with six extrusion presses and a full array of finishing capabilities occupying over 600,000 square feet of modern manufacturing space employing approximately 300 people. With facilities in Calgary Canada, Coburg Oregon, and Phoenix Arizona, APEL serves the commercial, residential, and industrial markets of Western Canada and the Western United States.

Job Summary

The Wastewater Treatment Operator operates and maintains the wastewater treatment system in compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.

• Ability to perform calculations and read meters/gauges/instruments.
• Knowledge of chemistry.
• High degree of independence and accountability.
• Possesses a self-driven commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect and ensure the proper operation of waste equipment.
• Monitor and analyze water quality.
• Read meters, gauges, and instruments needed to monitor, meter, and regulate waste and chemical equipment.
• Collect samples and perform on-site analysis.
• Calculate and log results from laboratory data and maintain test records to prepare federal and state wastewater treatment reports.
• Manage chemical treatment processes and maintain chemical inventories.
• Maintain records for wastewater systems and chemical treatments and report failures or operating inefficiencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent.
  • Preferred– college degree in chemistry or related field.
• 3 years of experience in wastewater treatment or a wastewater lab.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.