Wastewater Technician

Job Description

Job Req ID

29558

Work Type

Onsite

Department

Eaton’s IS AER FED division is currently seeking a Wastewater Technician.

The hours for this role are 7 : 00AM - 3 : 30PM

The hourly rate for this position is $36.00 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do : Primary Functions :

Primary Functions :

Wastewater Technician will serve as a member of the EHS team reporting to the site EHS Manager. Primary responsibilities include promoting and implementing all EHS objectives with primary emphasis on EHS compliance.

This position will also work to support the desired zero-incident safety culture.

Essential Functions :

• Act as a Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) grade 6 certified industrial wastewater treatment operator maintaining effluent to meet regulatory permit requirements including maintaining supply and part inventory, and performing all aspects of sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process.
• Handle, accumulate and coordinate hazardous waste storage and disposal according with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and monitor environmental practices and permitting to ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA requirements (e.g. hazardous waste, wastewater, storm water, etc.).
• Assist with inspect and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, safety showers / eye wash, first Aid kits and AED's.
• Assist with site Safety Committee activities and Building Emergency Response Teams (B.E.R.T.S) as required.
• Conduct safety and environmental audits to support the Environmental, Health, and Safety department.

Qualifications :

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and 2 year of waste treatment experience OR High School Diploma / GED and 3 years of waste treatment experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

• RCRA, HazWoper, and HazMat DOT training
• Hold a Class 6 (Physical Chemical Treatment) industrial wastewater operator certificate OR a Physical / Chemical Industrial Treatment Certification from the Water Professionals International (WPI).

Skills :

• Basic knowledge of federal and state rules governing wastewater discharges and industrial safety.
• Basic knowledge and experience in operating a wastewater treatment facility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Basic algebra skills
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Safety first focus factory which requires proper PPE where applicable.
• You must be able to lift up to 35 pounds within any given day.
• The job could require standing on your feet anywhere from 8-10 hours a day.
• Will require focus evaluations from close proximity and frequent use of hand to eye coordination.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

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