Water Treatment Technician

Clean Harbors; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401(k) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. 1)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, seeks a Field Water Treatment Technician to join a safety‑driven team. This mobile role involves setup, operation and maintenance of water treatment equipment, with extensive travel to client sites.

You’ll support installation, commissioning and field repairs while contributing to best practice development. Responsibilities include monitoring water chemistry, adjusting dosing, and documenting field activities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating water treatment systems (solids removal, media or similar).
• Willingness to travel 90% or more, including extended deployments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive company or personal vehicle.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and process systems in a field environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, installation and commissioning of mobile water treatment equipment.
• Operate water treatment systems during project periods and monitor chemistry and flow.
• Adjust controls and chemical dosing under supervision to maintain water quality.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and process failures in the field.
• Document maintenance and field data; support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Water treatment

Field travel

Troubleshooting

Installation & maintenance

Job description

HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for a Field Water Treatment Technician to join their safety conscious team! This Technician will take directions from Field Supervisor for setup, adjusting and maintaining water treatment equipment, including bag, sand, media and resin filtration as well as other methods. This is a highly mobile, field-based role requiring extensive travel (90% or more) to client and project sites. The Technician assists the team for system installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and repair, while also contributing to organizational knowledge through training and best practice development. Transitioning Military, this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills and training as you return to civilian life.

Why work for HPC-Industrial?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. Only)
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Responsibilities

Planning, installation & commissioning

• Assist with installation and operation for mobile water treatment equipment
• Execute equipment installation in accordance with project specifications and engineering drawings with direction from Supervisor
• Coordinate with project managers, site contacts, and logistics teams to ensure on-schedule deployment

System operation & monitoring

• Operate water treatment systems during assigned project periods
• Monitor water chemistry parameters including Chlorine, Iron, total dissolved solids (TDS), pH and flow rates
• Adjust system controls and chemical dosing to maintain product water quality within specified limits with direction from Supervisor
• Identify and respond promptly to process deviations or alarm conditions

Troubleshooting & field repair

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and process-related system failures in a field setting
• Execute repairs and component replacements using available tools and spare parts
• Escalate issues beyond field repair capability to engineering or OEM support with detailed documentation
• Minimize system downtime through rapid, methodical fault isolation

Preventive maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks according to manufacturer guidelines and internal PM schedules
• Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and findings in the maintenance management system when needed and report to Supervisor
• Track equipment service intervals and proactively flag upcoming maintenance needs
• Maintain cleanliness and serviceability of all equipment in the field

Data collection & reporting

• Record operational data including system performance metrics and water chemistry results at defined intervals
• Maintain accurate, legible field logs and submit reports to operations management on a regular cadence
• Flag out-of-specification conditions and document corrective actions taken

Best practices & continuous improvement

• Contribute to the development and refinement of operational best practices based on field experience and performance data
• Participate in periodic technical reviews and recommend process improvements
• Share lessons learned across the field team to raise overall operational standards

Qualifications

• Experience operating and/or maintaining water treatment systems (Solids removal, media or similar)
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, equipment and tools
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and process systems in a field environment
• Ability and willingness to travel 90% or more, including extended deployments

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial?

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on-the-job training & essential experience gained on other jobs.
• Language proficiency: understands English at a level to comprehend safety training & respond to instructions in emergency situations.
• Valid driver’s license and other requirements of company’s driving policy required when driving company vehicle or using personal vehicle on company business.
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.
• Provide Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).

About HPC-Industrial

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is the premier industrial cleaning and environmental services company in North America supporting the upstream, downstream, and utility sectors. HPC-Industrial offers an exceptional three-pronged safety system, innovative career development platform, committed customer service, deep industry expertise, and advanced technology and automation. We are committed to safety, people, growth, service, and performance. We provide the safest, most efficient operational experience for our customers and the most comprehensive training and career development for our employees.

40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harborsis the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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