Water Treatment Process Technician

Xylem; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Career progression programs

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Xylem in Richmond, Virginia seeks an entry-level Process Operator to support plant operations. You will monitor equipment, follow standardized work, and help maintain product quality in a fast-paced environment.

Starting pay is competitive with thorough safety training provided. This role emphasizes teamwork, basic math, and the ability to follow instructions while supporting internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of site-specific safety training.
• Clear, reliable communication and teamwork.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow instructions.
• Comfort with basic math.
• Experience in manufacturing or plant operations.
• Forklift driving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and product quality standards.
• Continuously monitor equipment for optimal performance.
• Read and execute standardized work instructions accurately.
• Contribute to team and divisional performance goals.
• Support both internal stakeholders and external customer needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Basic math

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Basic computer

Job description

Shape the future of water as a Water Treatment Process TechnicianAt Xylem, a Fortune 500 leader in water technology with 23,000 colleagues across 150+ countries, you’ll help tackle the world’s most urgent water challenges. Step into a hands-on, entry-level role within our plant operations team and learn from experienced pros while you keep critical processes running safely and smoothly.A day in the lifeYou arrive ready to move—this is an active role where you’ll lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly, bend, and stand for extended periods in a fast-paced environment. After a brief safety huddle, you’ll monitor equipment, follow documented procedures, and keep quality top of mind. Depending on the area you’re assigned to, your day could include:Carbon Operations: Bagging finished products; sampling and testing; feeding spent carbon to the reactivation furnace; switching tank feeds; calibrating pH probes; operating a filter press; and running the facility’s wastewater treatment plant.Regeneration (REGEN): Sorting bottles by size and resin; receiving and staging deliveries; operating a forklift to move materials and load/unload trucks; and evacuating bottles through plant processes.What you’ll doFollow all safety procedures and product quality standards.Continuously monitor equipment for optimal performance.Read and execute standardized work instructions accurately.Contribute to team and divisional performance goals.Support both internal stakeholders and external customer needs.What you bringHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Completion of site-specific safety training (we’ll provide).Clear, reliable communication and teamwork.Ability to read, interpret, and follow instructions.Comfort with basic math.Experience in manufacturing or plant operations.Forklift driving skills.Basic computer proficiency.Technical strengths we valueTroubleshooting and maintenance/repair aptitude.Mechanical assembly and machine operation experience.Familiarity with Manufacturing Instructions (MI).Background as a machine/plant/process operator in a manufacturing environment.Rewards and benefitsEstimated pay range: $19–23. Starting pay depends on skills, experience, and location. Our total rewards go beyond base pay:Generous PTO and paid holidays.Robust retirement savings plan (401(k) with company contribution).Health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.Career progression plans and recognition programs.Paid parental leave.Tuition reimbursement.Wellness and employee discount programs.Why XylemJoin a mission-driven team creating innovative solutions for water use, conservation, and reuse across public utilities, industry, residential, and commercial sectors—including smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics.We also encourage community impact through our paid volunteer initiative, Xylem Watermark, and we support connection through Employee Resource Groups.Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions.Ready to apply?Take the next step and apply directly here: https://xylem.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/xylem-careers/job/Richmond-Virginia/Process-Operator_R49790-1Note: This description outlines the role’s general nature and may evolve. Duties can be adjusted as business needs change—your flexibility helps us win as a team.