Chemical Wastewater Technician

Job Overview:

Reports to: : Operations Manager (Everett) 

Location: : Everett, WA 

Type: : Full-Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)

Schedule: : 1st Shift

Compensation Range: : $20.24 to $ 25.00 per hour (DOE) 

Valence Surface Technologies production is open 24 hours per day. All shifts are as follows: 1st shift (Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (Monday – Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.), 3rd shift (Sunday – Friday, 12:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.)

Essential Functions: : 

• Monitor the performance of all equipment, gauges, and charts in the treatment plant and pump stations;
• Replace equipment when necessary
• Operate, maintain and repair malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meters, and other water quality monitoring equipment
• Calibrate, clean, and ensure proper function of pH and ORP probes and controllers
• Operate and maintain rise pump stations
• Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process
• Setup hazardous waste cubic yard storage containers with proper labeling
• Operate sludge pump and filter press Collect, segregate, and transport hazardous waste from generation points to the hazardous waste storage area
• Label and sign appropriate hazardous and chemical reactants Inspect facility where hazardous waste is stored and evaluate compliance; track accumulation start dates of satellite storage container
• Compile and maintain a list of hazardous waste needing disposal and organize the waste for transport and disposal
• Review hazardous waste manifests and accompanying land disposal restriction notification forms for compliance
• Respond to hazardous waste spills in emergency situations
• Responsible for chemical process tank additions, make-ups, and remakes
• Assist in other duties as needed to ensure environmental compliance throughout the chemical processing facility

Qualifications:  

• Accountability -Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy -Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Applied Learning -Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Communication, Oral -Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Conflict Resolution -Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Customer Oriented -Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
• Decision Making -Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
  • Ethical -Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty / Integrity -Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Initiative -Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Judgment -The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Problem Solving -Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Technical Aptitude -Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Time Management -Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Tactful -Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others.
• Self Motivated -Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Safety Awareness -Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Resilient -Ability to recover from, or adjust to, misfortune or setbacks.
• Research Skills -Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.

Physical Demands:

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% -66% ofthe time hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Stand C
Walk C
Sit N
Manually Manipulate O
Reach Outward F
Reach Above Shoulder O
Climb F
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O
Grasp F
Speak O

Lift/Carry:
10 lbs or less C
11-20 lbs F
21-50 lbs F
51-100 lbs O
Over 100 lbs N

Push/Pull:
12 lbs or less C
13-25 lbs F
26-40 lbs F

Work Environment

Temperatures in the work environment can fluctuate with outside weather conditions. Due to the manufacturing environment, Personal Protection Equipment may be required including safety glasses, goggles, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, and a respirator (provided by Company).

Application Process:

Please apply at Aerospace Metal Finishing Careers | Aerospace Jobs ) with up-to-date work history and contact information. If you are a qualified candidate, one of our recruiters will reach out to you to learn more about your experience and tell you more about the job, compensation, and benefits.  

Valence Surface Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  Additionally, Valence Surface Technologies participates in the E-Verify program to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.