First Solar · 3 weeks ago
Technician- Wastewater/Recycling I - B Crew
New Iberia, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.89/hr - $26.44/hr
1+ years expFirst Solar is a leader in solar energy solutions, and they are seeking a Technician for Wastewater/Recycling I. The role involves operating recycling and wastewater processes, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Clean EnergyManufacturingSolar
Responsibilities
Develop a complete operational understanding of installed recycling and water treatment systems and equipment
Ensure recycling, wastewater treatment and ultra-pure water generation processes are running on target as per the process plan
Respond to process control alarms through basic course correction and escalation through communication
Collect data relating to process control parameters and make adjustments as necessary
Analyze process data on a regular basis and implement course correction as needed throughout the shift
Respond to process control alarms by evaluating immediate and previous process trends
Troubleshoot and solve day-to-day recycling and water treatment process and equipment problems and escalate the process upsets to engineer and supervisor
Perform standard tests to ensure proper operation of recycling, wastewater, and ultra-pure water systems
Perform minor maintenance and repairs including troubleshooting and replacement of pumps
Calibrate instrumentation per ISO work instructions
Perform routine analysis on samples using laboratory equipment
Maintain accurate records using databases, spreadsheets, and other computer-based programs
Properly collect, label, and store hazardous waste within the manufacturing plant and assist with shipment of hazardous waste from the plant per documented hazardous waste work instructions
Respond to accidental hazardous material spills by containing and cleaning of the spills through HAZMAT standards
Provide training to production associates
Develop and update internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications
Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects
Develop a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems
Maintain effective communication with area associates and engineers
Escalate major repairs to maintenance department through coordination with supervisor and engineer
Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers
Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work environment following the 5S standard guidelines
Use powered industrial equipment (fork trucks, e.g.) for moving various materials and chemicals
Responsible for verbal and written shift pass-down communications
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED is required
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: One or more years FS technical experience, One or more years' experience in an industrial/commercial operation or a technical setting, Associate degree in a technical discipline
Safety-first mindset
General understanding of wet chemical processes is essential
General understanding of chemical compatibilities is essential
General electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge
Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision
Able to troubleshoot and solve problems within the process
Good written and oral communications skills in English
Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks
Solid mechanical aptitude with emphasis on hands-on experience
Ability to operate computerized (PLC controlled) and mechanical equipment
Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
Responsible for ensuring safe operations and escalate up if needed
Valid driver's license
Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction
Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis
Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis
20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection)
All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair)
Preferred
Experience in equipment maintenance and process troubleshooting will be preferred
Prior industrial wastewater treatment experience will be preferred
Industrial liquid chemical handling experience preferred, (strong acids, strong bases, and concentrated hydrogen peroxide)
Forklift experience is preferred
Company
First Solar
First Solar manufactures thin film photovoltaic modules and provides PV power plants and supporting services.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
First Solar has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (57)
2024 (34)
2023 (19)
2022 (15)
2021 (7)
2020 (16)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.17BKey Investors
U.S. International Development Finance CorpMizuho Corporate Bank
2023-07-06Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-12-07Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2021-04-01Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Mark Widmar
CEO
Angela Younes
Office Manager/Assistant to the CTO
Recent News
2026-01-07
2026-01-07
Company data provided by crunchbase