Wastewater Treatment Tech, SBI

finishing and coating; South Bend, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-Day Pay

Quarterly Incentive Program

Paid company holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

On-the-Job Training and Advancement

Job summary

Pioneer Metal Finishing seeks a dedicated wastewater technician to ensure city discharges meet permit requirements. You will monitor flow, pH and chemical adjustments, recording data and maintaining equipment for reliable operation.

The role supports production, performs routine cleaning and spill response, and serves as a backup for lab analysis. On-site position with safety and compliance focus.

Qualifications

• Experience monitoring wastewater discharge per regulatory specifications.
• Ability to record pH levels, pump settings, and water flows.
• Ability to work with chemicals and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wastewater discharge per regulatory specifications.
• Record pH levels, pump settings, and water flows.
• Fill chemical tanks as needed for continued wastewater treatment.
• Adjust chemical additives to meet Pioneer specifications.
• Empty filter press per schedule.
• Assist in spill cleanup operations.
• Maintain organized, clean operating area and equipment.
• Coordinate with production to maintain tank dump schedules.
• Perform routine maintenance of waste treatment equipment.
• Serve as back-up to Lab Tech for chemical analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wastewater monitoring

PH measurement

Chemical handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Company Overview

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For over 75 years, we’ve delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. We encourage you to learn more about opportunities with Pioneer Metal Finishing and join our team today!

Overview

This position is responsible for ensuring the water discharged to the city is in compliance with our operating permit. To ensure the wastewater to the city complies, the technician must maintain a system of wastewater treatment processes by recording metered values and following instructions to properly adjust the water quality into acceptable ranges before discharging.

Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring wastewater discharge per regulatory specifications.
• Record PH levels, pump setting, and water flows.
• Fill chemical tanks as needed for continued wastewater treatment.
• Understand and adjust chemical additives as required to ensure water quality meets Pioneer specifications.
• Empty filter press per schedule.
• Assist in any spill clean-up operations.
• Maintain an organized and clean operating area, including cleaning empty drums if needed.
• Work closely with production personnel to maintain tank dump schedules.
• General cleaning/maintenance of waste treatment equipment.
• Serve as back-up to the Lab Tech position, as it relates to chemical analysis and additions.
• Other job duties as assigned.

The Work Environment includes

• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heavy carts, moving machinery, occasional hot and cold temperature and humidity levels, heat from ovens, moderate noise levels, limited hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection)
• Potential splash exposure near process lines
• Responsibilities are repetitive in nature.
• Exposure to various chemicals used in process
• Wear Protective gear deemed necessary for the job.

Benefits Summary

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay: Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program: Paid based on hours worked and business results
• Paid company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 + hours per week) may participate in the following benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1stof the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned in your first year
• Access to Garner Incentive or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000 annually
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits