Water Treatment Foreman - Lead Operations

EPCOR Technologies Inc.; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

EPCOR USA is seeking a Water Foreman to lead operation and maintenance of water treatment systems, ensuring compliance with EPA standards and system reliability. You will oversee plant equipment, supervise staff, and assist with scheduling and performance reviews in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires 5+ years in wastewater operations and 2+ years in a lead role, plus a Grade 4 water treatment certification or commitment to obtain within a year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years wastewater operations experience.
• 2+ years lead or supervisory experience.
• Grade 4 water treatment certification or must obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Knowledge of water production, storage, and distribution systems.
• Familiarity with safety practices for operating electrical and mechanical equipment in water facilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain plant process equipment such as pumps, motors, chlorinators, chemical feeds, and basic lab instruments to ensure water quality meets regulatory standards.
• Collect samples and perform tests including pH, CL2, LSI, and other required analyses.
• Monitor water demand and adjust flows through wells and booster pumps to maintain system pressures according to established policies.
• Calculate and adjust chemical feed rates; modify pump settings as needed to maintain proper treatment levels.
• Maintain chemical inventory and request new or replacement supplies.
• Operate and monitor telemetry and SCADA systems for efficient system control.
• Assist with safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
• Perform equipment adjustments, lubrication, and minor repairs; report issues promptly.
• Perform other responsibilities as requested.

Skills

Leadership

Water treatment knowledge

Safety procedures

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Grade 4 water treatment certification

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

EPCOR USA is seeking a Water Foreman to lead operation and maintenance of water treatment systems, ensuring compliance with EPA standards and system reliability. You will oversee plant equipment, supervise staff, and assist with scheduling and performance reviews in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires 5+ years in wastewater operations and 2+ years in a lead role, plus a Grade 4 water treatment certification or commitment to obtain within a year.