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Helion Group
Wastewater Treatment Operator/Technician
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Wastewater Operator/Technician The Wastewater Operator/Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance of an industrial wastewater treatment system. This role has primary responsibility for a 14-million-gallon anaerobic digester and supporting treatment processes, including aeration/activated sludge, anoxic treatment, clarifiers, and sludge handling. Responsibilities Operate and monitor the anaerobic digester and supporting wastewater treatment processes, including flows, tanks, pressure, levels, temperature, pH, mixing, and biogas systems. Monitor aeration/activated-sludge and anoxic treatment processes, clarifiers, and sludge-handling equipment to maintain effective treatment performance. Collect wastewater samples and perform laboratory testing; use process and laboratory data to identify trends and make appropriate operating adjustments. Inspect, troubleshoot, and monitor pumps, motors, blowers, mixers, valves, piping, instrumentation, and other treatment equipment. Perform routine equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, preventive maintenance, and basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Identify equipment failures and process issues and coordinate with maintenance and electrical personnel when specialized repairs are required. Maintain accurate operating records and follow all environmental, chemical-handling, confined-space, LOTO, electrical, and plant safety requirements. Qualifications Prior experience in industrial wastewater operations preferred. Basic electrical experience, including familiarity with 480-volt systems. Strong attention to detail, troubleshooting ability, and communication skills. Ability to work safely around chemicals, industrial equipment, and wastewater treatment processes. Training will be provided on the complete wastewater treatment system.