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Chemtrade

PLC/Electro-Mechanical Service Technician (Water Treatment)

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A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.

$58,594 / year median in Nebraska

+1% projected growth

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PLC/Electro-Mechanical Service Technician (Water Treatment) Chemtrade - 2.9 Lincoln, NE Job Details $75,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Manufacturing equipment maintenance PLC-based control system operation Field service equipment repair Customer communication Electro-mechanical components Safety training program participation as safety practice Outdoor work experience Electrical work In-person customer service Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Welding repair Customer engagement Electrical diagnostics Electrical control system maintenance Electrical maintenance Confined space entry safety procedures Electrical fault repair Full Job Description Do you thrive on the road and on the tools? Imagine starting your week in a municipal plant fine-tuning PLC parameters after an equipment upgrade, then heading to an industrial facility to troubleshoot a process issue before training operators on best practices. If that mix of travel, technology, and customer interaction sounds like your ideal rhythm, this role is for you. Role snapshot Install and commission water treatment equipment at customer sites Configure hardware/software and integrate control logic (PLC) Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs Diagnose faults, test performance, and return systems to spec Keep meticulous records of all field activities Maintain tools and test equipment, ensuring readiness and accuracy Teach customers to operate and care for their systems safely Track and manage replacement parts and consumables Must-haves At least 5 years of maintenance experience with solid electrical and mechanical capability Excellent communicator who enjoys partnering with customers Service-oriented, responsive, and dependable under time pressure Comfort with extensive travel: expect overnight trips more than 75% of the time Residence in Nebraska required Capabilities include: electrical troubleshooting and repair; setting up welding for production; comprehensive maintenance/repair; readiness for field service demands Hands-on exposure to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Environment and safety Work within chemical manufacturing plants producing alkaline mineral slurries, with limited interaction with other Hazmat and non-Hazmat products Operate in ambient temperatures exceeding 100 °F while wearing PPE Regularly climb ladders/stairs and lift within OSHA guidelines Expect outdoor exposure—radiant heat and cold are typical Follow rigorous safety programs: Confined Space, Working at Heights, Management of Change, Hot Work, and required operating procedures Why Polytec As part of Chemtrade, Polytec has delivered tailored water treatment programs for 30+ years. We help industrial and municipal partners meet permit requirements through innovative chemistry and reliable service—supported by a strong chemical and transportation network for rapid response. Grow with us We're building a workplace where different perspectives power better ideas. Expect an inclusive culture, family-friendly benefits, and opportunities to advance—so you can do great work and live well outside of it.