Waste Water TreatmentHazardous Chemical Technician
Waste Water TreatmentHazardous Chemical Technician
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Waste Water Treatment/Hazardous Materials Technician
Family owned Hammon Plating has been in business since 1969. As a leader and critical supplier in the cleaning and plating industry we have set the standard with premium processes and procedures to support semiconductor biotech solar and a variety of other industries. Currently we are looking to expand and grow our organization by adding to our wellseasoned staff of experts. Since most of our employees have been with us for over thirty years we are open to training the right people for various positions. If you like the idea of growing your strong work ethic and solid work experience into a career that lasts we highly encourage you to apply today!
Location: Palo Alto CA Schedule: Fulltime MF
Position Summary: Manage and operate the wastewater treatment system in our plating facility. This role ensures compliance with environmental regulations maintains proper chemical balances and performs routine system maintenance to support safe and efficient wastewater treatment processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor wastewater treatment equipment including pH adjustment systems filtration units and chemical dosing pumps.
- Collect and analyze water samples to ensure compliance with local state and federal environmental regulations.
- Adjust chemical feed rates to maintain optimal treatment efficiency.
- Maintain detailed records of treatment processes test results and system performance.
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of wastewater treatment systems.
- Safely handle and dispose of hazardous and nonhazardous waste materials.
- Assist with environmental audits and inspections.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA EPA and other relevant environmental and safety regulations.
- Train employees on wastewater management best practices as needed.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certification in wastewater treatment or environmental science preferred.
- Previous experience in industrial wastewater treatment preferably in a metal plating or manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes chemical dosing and environmental compliance requirements.
- Ability to work independently and troubleshoot mechanical and chemical treatment systems.
- Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping skills.
- Willingness to work flexible hours or overtime as needed
- Shop experience a plus
- Ability to stand stoop bend twist and maintain a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
- Complete repetitive movements with hands arms wrists shoulders as necessary
- Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable
- Lift move or transport items up to 50 pounds without assistance or injury
- Specific visual abilities to examine parts
- Wear protective clothing
- Ability to work around dust chemicals and other substances
- Management training opportunities
- Generous employee compensation & benefits packages
- Significant 401K profitsharing program
- $25$40 hourly DOE
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
