Wastewater Treatment Operator/Environmental Technician
Project Solutions Inc.
- Box Elder, SD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform assigned treatment plant rounds; inspect, monitor, troubleshoot, performance test and document plant processes.
- Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, feeders and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations.
- Maintain, compile and update plant operations logs and reports; perform and record mathematical calculations related to plant operational activities.
- Mix and add treatment chemicals; ensure adequate chemical application according to regulations and guidelines.
- Maintain, repair, modify, troubleshoot, and service plant operations machinery and equipment including pumps, valves, motors, meters, tanks, reservoirs, and feeders.
- Collect and document samples and perform a variety of routine wastewater laboratory tests; laboratory vendors; monitor laboratory results; collect wastewater samples as required.
- Perform general plant facility maintenance such as cleaning, painting, and repairing plant facilities; perform various grounds maintenance duties as required.
- Work in a cooperative and professional manner with PSI staff and onsite staff.
- Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Abide by the PSI policies, procedures, and structure.
- Attend meetings, events and other functions as required.
- Weekend, holiday, and on-call work may be required.
- Qualified applicant must be able to pass a background check in order to access the facility.
- High School diploma or GED required
- Must be able to climb ladders, regularly lift weights up to 50 pounds, and work in a physically demanding environment.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check
- Water and Wastewater Certification Preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Team player who is willing to pitch in.