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GFL Environmental Inc. · 1 day ago

Wastewater Treatment Technician

Byron Center, MI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

GFL Environmental Inc. is a company focused on environmental services, and they are seeking a Wastewater Treatment Technician to conduct routine inspections and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. The role involves monitoring plant systems, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with permit requirements.

Environmental ConsultingGreenTechWaste Management

Responsibilities

Conduct routine plant inspections and maintenance to ensure POTW Permit release requirements are met:

Obtain samples throughout the WWTP to ensure permit requirements and operating licensing requirements are met

Conduct treatability testing on sales and solidification samples

Operate and monitor plant systems with the implementation of new control strategies

Identify, adjust and repair system problems through monitoring, visual observation and based on interpretation of laboratory test results and supervisory instructions and guidelines

Perform routine maintenance, outage maintenance and housekeeping

Install and replace filters, gasket, cylinders, O-rings, and seals

Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs

Perform other preventive equipment maintenance tasks

Obtain samples and conduct treatability studies on 'Pit Water'

Maintain/complete daily log book process logs

Qualification

Wastewater treatment knowledgeBasic shop tools operationData loggingForklift operationBasic computer skills

Required

A high school diploma and trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required

Ability to work 40+ hours per week

Experience working independently with functional guidance rather than with constant supervision

Proficient with basic computer skills including excel, email, and data logging

Must have knowledge and ability to operate basic shop tools, machinery, forklifts and other components used in a process plant/maintenance environment

Have working knowledge of operation of machinery and equipment utilized to pump, treat, process and filter wastewater

Company

GFL Environmental Inc.

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GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.

Founded in 1995