Water Quality Technician

Duties

• Obtain samples and perform required tests, including PH, SDI, Conductivity, alkalinity, hardness, silica, DO, TSS, and similar tests.
• Monitor water quality and lab results to manage the process and makes process adjustments in accordance with established policies, and ensure the operational plan is communicated to all shifts.
• Conduct water quality testing using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, including HACH, HAAS, and microscopes.
• Sampling and analyzing influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water, and permeates to detect quality variations, interpreting laboratory results, reading sheets, process tests, computerized data, and information trends to identify flow and water quality variations and make appropriate changes.
• Capture and record data from inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Identify and document any defects or non-conformities found during inspections.
• Collaborate with the operation team to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct periodic audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality procedures.
• Aid in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Aid in the preparation of reports and recommendations based on laboratory findings.

Skills

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers License
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial water/wastewater operations
• Minimum of 4 years of experience utilizing water lab equipment from microscopes, Hach, Haas, etc lab equipment and understanding lab testing procedures
• Laboratory Technician trained with relevant regulatory certificates from EPA, TCEQ, and others (Required)
• Experience with IX, UF, RO, Brine Concentrator, Crystallizers, boilers, centrifuges, heat exchangers, and chemical systems
• Procedures, materials, tools, equipment, and safety practices associated with the operations of a Drinking Water facility
• Knowledge of safety practices in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment used in water/wastewater, industrial and power plant facilities, and OSHA guidelines related to large treatment facilities
• Ability to perform accurate arithmetic computations, standardized wastewater laboratory analyses, and read and interpret meters, charts, gauges, and recording devices
• Experience with advanced computerized systems, such as those utilized in water and wastewater treatment facilities (preferred)