Facilities and Waste Water Systems Technician

Position Summary

The Facilities and Waste Water Systems Technician is responsible for supporting both facility operations and the onsite Industrial Wastewater Treatment System (IWTS). This position divides time between performing general building maintenance, repairs, space support, vendor coordination, and facility improvement projects, while also operating, monitoring, maintaining, and documenting wastewater treatment processes in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

Essential Functions

Facilities Operations (Approximately 50%)

• Perform general building maintenance and repair activities throughout the facility.
• Respond to plumbing, lighting, ceiling tile, signage, and door hardware repairs.
• Assemble, install, and repair furniture, shelving systems, and workplace equipment.
• Support employee relocations and workspace reconfigurations.
• Assist with facility renovations, remodels, and construction projects.
• Coordinate and monitor outside vendors and contractors.
• Support event setups, emergency response, snow removal, and facility upkeep.

Wastewater Treatment Operations (Approximately 50%)

• Operate and monitor the Industrial Wastewater Treatment System (IWTS).
• Inspect pumps, piping systems, valves, mixers, controls, and holding tanks.
• Collect samples, monitor pH levels, and adjust treatment processes as needed.
• Monitor filter press operations and manage waste disposal.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of wastewater equipment.
• Maintain regulatory records, reports, logs, and documentation.
• Support environmental compliance and agency inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of facilities, maintenance, wastewater, or related industrial experience.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Solid knowledge of facility maintenance and repair practices, including carpentry, plumbing, furniture systems, and general building maintenance.

• Solid knowledge of Industrial Wastewater Treatment System (IWTS) operations and safe operating procedures.

• Basic knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, including pH monitoring, sampling techniques, chemical handling, and process control.

• Basic knowledge of pumps, valves, piping systems, filter presses, and related mechanical equipment.

• Solid knowledge of workplace safety practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Basic knowledge of environmental regulations, compliance requirements, and reporting practices applicable to industrial wastewater systems.

• Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements related to chemical storage, handling, and disposal.

• Working knowledge of electrical and hydraulic concepts including volts, amps, pressure, flow rates, and equipment operation.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic computer skills and recordkeeping experience.

Key Competencies

• Safety Focus
• Environmental Compliance
• Customer Service
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
• Communication
• Accountability
• Teamwork

What's in it for you?

• Hourly rate of $20 - $30/hr
• Bonus target range: 2.5%
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate's education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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