Waste Water Technician

IQ Resource Group is seeking a candidate to fill a Waste Water Treatment Technician. This is a DIRECT HIRE opportunity with a well-established manufacturer in East Troy, WI. Apply today or give us a call today to schedule an interview 262-248-0507!

Location: East Troy, WI
Wage: $22-32/hr depending on experience
Hours: 1st Shift Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Position Summary: This position operates equipment in the Waste-Water Treatment Plant in such a way as to
endure continued compliance to air and water permits and Risk Management Plan. This
position is responsible for collecting required samples, performing inspections and record
keeping needed to support permits and other EPA, OSHA and DNR regulations.

• Operate and maintain WWTP equipment, perform daily checks and maintenance tasks
• Monitor pickling process and associated sampling, monitor pickling and alkaline
  equipment, operate metal extraction system processing pickle liquor
• Draw scheduled samples, work with third party lab to process the samples and track
  results. Perform in-house reading and inspection on a monthly schedule.
• Monitor activities in the plant to ensure compliance with SSPCC, DOT and SWPP.
• Participate in the Spill Response Team
• Oversee all inventories, purchasing, loading and unloading of any caustic materials –
  Hazardous waste management.
• Perform other duties and assignments as assigned.

• High school diploma required
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience rebuilding diaphragm and impeller pumps
• Strong background in process piping systems for caustics
• Good attention to detail and the ability to organize complex paperwork
• Focus on safety in the pickle area.
• Clear understanding of air and water permits as well as other EPA, OSHA and DNR requirements for reporting.
• The ability to review the results from sampling, readings, and inspections for any potential conflicts
• Work with operators in the plant to maintain all spill prevention and oil controls. Support the universal waste programs.
• 24 hours technician certification in Hazardous Waste Handling
• Clear understanding of RMP and safety aspects of handling Hazardous Material.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and ability required.
• Must be computer literate and able to use programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• 5 or more years of manufacturing experience and working with environmental systems is required. Leadership experience is preferred.
• Language Skills-Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Mathematical Skills-Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

• May be exposed to moderate noise intensity
• May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (Not over OSHA permissible exposure levels)
• Safety training and equipment are provided by Plymouth in accordance with applicable law, industry standards and company policy
• Will be required to wear applicable PPE

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be continually met on a daily basis by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is continually expected to stand and walk for periods up to 10 hours (overtime as required) per shift with two 10 minute and one 20-minute break period. The employee must be able to do this without the aid of any physical or motorized devices. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, Page 3 of 3 crouch, twist, or squat to work on equipment or perform manufacturing processes. This must be able to be done in a narrow or tight space if required. The employee must be capable of ascending and descending stairs to cross production lines and work on equipment. The employee must be able to step down un-assisted to work on equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Safety glasses are always required on the plant floor. Hearing protection, gloves, and other PPE are required in designated areas.