PASCO - Water Treatment Plant Operator

About the role

Aquatech tackles water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals through innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Pasco, WA, reporting to the O&M Manager. The role is safety-sensitive and requires a pre-employment 5-panel drug test.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the plant operation
• Keep records of operation
• Carry out quality checks and chemistry control
• Report any abnormalities to the local supervisor
• Load and unload consumable chemicals
• Load outgoing treated water into trucks
• Monitor filter press operation
• Coordinate sludge storage and movement
• Assist plant operators in collecting water samples
• Assist in the maintenance of the plant as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in operating and maintaining industrial water treatment plants involving at least some of the following: Pre-treatment (PT), Demineralization (DM), Reverse Osmosis (RO), Dissolved Aeration Flotation (DAF), Digestors, or wastewater treatment units
• Knowledge and experience in chemical processes involved in Pre-Treatment, Demineralization, and Wastewater treatment
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and maintain a positive attitude
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Hands-on ability to carry out tasks with minimal monitoring

Physical Demands

• Lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50 lbs
• Climbing ladders and working at heights
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while on site
• Sitting at a desk for extended periods
• High degree of concentration in a busy area

Skills

• Effective communication
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions
• Hands-on problem-solving

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• 401K plan (eligibility-based)

Pay

Starting rate of pay: $35.50 per hour