AD Energy Recruitment ยท 11 hours ago
Wastewater Treatment Specialist (Onsite)
AD Energy Recruitment is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Specialist to take full ownership of the wastewater treatment systems at their client's facility in San Bernardino. The role involves day-to-day operation, maintenance, optimization, and compliance of the wastewater treatment processes, requiring deep technical capability and operational accountability.
Responsibilities
Own and operate the wastewater treatment systems, ensuring stable, compliant, and efficient performance at all times
Monitor influent/effluent quality, process parameters, flows, and treatment performance
Optimise treatment processes to handle variable loads and operating conditions
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot centrifugation systems, including solids separation and dewatering
Manage and optimise MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) systems, including membrane performance, cleaning protocols, and integrity monitoring
Oversee transfer systems, including pumps, piping, valves, and conveyance infrastructure
Develop and execute preventative and corrective maintenance programs for wastewater assets
Troubleshoot mechanical, process, and instrumentation issues impacting treatment performance
Coordinate with maintenance teams and external service providers when required
Maintain accurate maintenance and operational record
Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental permits, discharge limits, and regulatory requirements
Support sampling, testing, documentation, and regulatory reporting
Prepare for and support internal and external audits and inspections
Champion safe working practices and adherence to site safety standards
Work closely with site operations, utilities, and environmental teams to ensure seamless integration with broader facility operations
Qualification
Required
Proven experience operating industrial or municipal wastewater treatment systems
Hands-on expertise with centrifugation, MBR systems, and wastewater transfer systems (mandatory)
Strong understanding of biological, mechanical, and membrane-based treatment processes
Experience with preventive maintenance programs and troubleshooting complex process issues
Familiarity with environmental compliance, permits, and regulatory inspections
Comfortable working in a fully onsite, operational environment
Preferred
Wastewater treatment at industrial, resource recovery, food & beverage, or organics processing facilities
Experience working in facilities with variable loading and challenging influent characteristics
Wastewater certifications or relevant technical training (California certifications a plus)
Company
AD Energy Recruitment
AD Energy Recruitment is a division of Alexander Daniels professional recruitment group. We offer a comprehensive range of recruitment solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
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