Wastewater Lab Technician

Wastewater Lab Technician

Ranew's Companies is looking for an experienced Wastewater Lab Technician to join our team in Waterloo, IA.

• Complete Wastewater treatment operation and testing.
• Complete E-coat system operation and testing.
• Add resin as needed per recommended ranges.
• Conduct regular cleaning and preventive maintenance of Wastewater Treatment and E-Coat.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Utilize WinSPC to communicate test results conducted on E-Coat.
• Collect and test samples of water, employing analysis standards and testing equipment, to ensure treated water meets or exceeds EPA standards.
• Adjust equipment controls to purify and clarify water as well as process and dispose of wastes.
• Add chemicals as needed for recommended targets.
• Inspect machinery and maintain surveillance on operating conditions, gauges and meters to ensure continued efficient operations as well as detect malfunctions.
• Record and track plant and equipment operational data, including meter and gauge readings, and observe a regular schedule for maintenance and upgrades to prevent system breakdowns
• Maintain and coordinate with maintenance the repair of plant equipment.
• Ability to use a variety of both hand tools and power tools.
• Communicate with supervisors, coworkers, other employees and upper management regarding operations, plant conditions and other essential information.
• Collaborate with upper management to determine the best practices, equipment, upgrades and other operational aspects to contribute to ecologically friendly, cost-effective impacts of the facility’s water treatment.
• Arrange for tote and drum pickups as needed.
• Perform tank cleanout.
• Load, unload chemicals and/or paint when needed.
• Complete EHS Audits.
• Maintain safety in accordance with company policies.
• Notify Maintenance Manager of any existing or potential safety issues.
• Wear designated PPE.
• Bending, standing and lifting required.
• Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day.
• Support facility with On-call situations and/or emergency situations.
• Assist Maintenance techs when required.

• Must be able to lift parts up to 50 lbs.
• 18yrs of age or older.
• Class K Wastewater treatment operator certification.
• Previous Wastewater & Lab experience preferred.
• Highschool Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.