Wastewater O&M Technician I

$49,920 - $64,480/Yr

Transdev - Sturbridge, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Sturbridge, MA

5,001-10,000 employees

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

About the position

The Wastewater O&M Technician I is responsible for the day-to-day monitoring and basic operations of wastewater treatment facilities, including routine lab tests and maintenance activities. This role involves operating equipment, performing routine maintenance, collecting samples, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies. The technician will also engage in troubleshooting and repairs, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment manually and through instrumentation panels, computer terminals, and programmable logic control units following process control procedures.
• Monitors and observes operating conditions, records observations and data in shift log.
• Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure.
• Performs routine cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, inspection, and minor repair on machines and related equipment.
• Reports and documents results of work performed and enters into appropriate database.
• Collects water, wastewater, industrial waste, groundwater, sludge, residuals, and/or gas samples according to schedule.
• Performs field tests (chemical, physical, and biological) to pace chemical dosages for process and odor control units.
• Prepares chemical solutions, monitors supplies, and recommends reorder.
• Performs routine lab tests and prepares reports per procedure.
• Performs routine instrument calibration for portable meters.
• Learns to inspect and becomes proficient at mechanical troubleshooting to determine repairs needed.
• Dismantles equipment to gain access to and repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing devices.
• Performs manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities, and grounds as required.
• Operates vehicles, mobile equipment, and material handling equipment for operational and maintenance purposes.
• Performs facility maintenance and repair and may replace or install light bulbs, windows, doors, and other fixtures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with the ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Six months to two years of experience in a related position preferred.
• Experience using material handling equipment, pressure gauges, and precision measuring instruments.
• Experience using power, pneumatic, hydraulic, and hand tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Some vocational training and mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to operate programs for process control and maintenance management systems.

Benefits

• Paid time off policies
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer sponsored 401(k) plan