Water Treatment Technician

CHASE Staffing; Kingston (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

CHASE Staffing in Georgia is seeking a dependable Water Treatment Technician to oversee the application of water treatment chemicals to cooling water systems at an industrial facility in Kingston, GA.

This hands-on role suits someone who is mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and comfortable operating pumps, injectors, and basic automation equipment. You will work independently with standard PPE and occasional weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Must follow safety procedures and work independently.
• Comfortable handling chemicals and mechanical equipment.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Speak and understand English for safety and training.

Responsibilities

• Apply and monitor water treatment chemicals in cooling water systems.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain chemical pumps and injectors.
• Work with automation equipment, water mixing lines, and related water treatment equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and identify equipment or system issues.
• Work with plastic pipe fittings, including cutting, fitting, and gluing components.
• Follow chemical handling, safety, and operating procedures.
• Wear required PPE when handling chemicals and operating equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete work independently while following established instructions and procedures.
• Occasionally work weekends with advance notice.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Troubleshooting

Safety-conscious

English fluency

Tools

Water treatment equipment

Pumps and injectors

Automation equipment

Job description

Water Treatment Technician

Location: Cartersville, GA

Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional variable start/end times

Pay Rate: $30 an hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and mechanically inclined Water Treatment Technician to oversee and perform the application of water treatment chemicals to cooling water systems at an industrial facility in Kingston, GA.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, can work independently, follows safety procedures, and has an interest in learning the water treatment industry. A degree is not required, but candidates should be science-minded and comfortable working with chemicals and mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply and monitor water treatment chemicals in cooling water systems.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain chemical pumps and injectors.
• Work with automation equipment, water mixing lines, and related water treatment equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and identify equipment or system issues.
• Work with plastic pipe fittings, including cutting, fitting, and gluing components.
• Follow chemical handling, safety, and operating procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling chemicals and operating equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete work independently while following established instructions and procedures.
• Occasionally work weekends with advance notice.

Chemicals & Work Environment

• Caustics and other alkaline materials
• Biocides
• Antiscalants
• Corrosion inhibitors
• Antifoams
• Some materials with acidic properties

All required PPE will be provided by TMB or may be supplied by the employee.

Required PPE

• Composite-toe protective footwear
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses
• Safety shield when required
• Disposable gloves
• Safety vest
• Other appropriate chemical-handling and safety equipment

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must have a well-maintained pickup truck suitable for the job.
• Able to speak and understand English for safety, training, and work instructions.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Mechanically inclined with good troubleshooting skills.
• Science-minded and willing to learn technical water treatment processes.
• Comfortable working with the chemicals listed above.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Safety-conscious with some prior safety training.
• Able to work approximately 8 hours per day, with occasional variable start and end times.
• Willing and able to work occasional weekends with advance notice.
• Experience with plastic pipe fitting and gluing is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who is reliable, hands-on, mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and eager to learn. Previous water treatment experience is helpful but not necessarily required. Candidates with experience in industrial maintenance, chemical handling, mechanical work, plumbing, equipment operation, or similar technical environments may be a strong fit. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to develop valuable technical skills in the industrial water treatment field.