Wastewater Treatment Technician

Covanta is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Technician in Pasadena, CA, responsible for operational tasks, maintenance, and compliance with environmental and safety standards. The role includes conducting field tests, operating pumps, managing waste streams, and maintaining equipment. Shift work is required, with flexibility for overtime. Preferred qualifications include wastewater certification and treatment experience. The position demands physical stamina and teamwork in a challenging environment.
Covanta is a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

We are leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

We partner with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.
About the Role:

The Wastewater Treatment Technician is responsible for carrying out routine operational requirements and maintenance related activities and comply with all environmental and safety requirements. This position requires the candidate to be flexible to shift and open to overtime.
• Complete work sheets and forms clearly and consistently.
• Conduct basic field tests to evaluate wastewater samples.
• Perform sample collection from bulk containers.
• Operate pumps and understand valve layouts and configurations.
• Assist and/or manage the offloading of waste streams and chemical treatment products.
• Assist in wastewater tank to tank transfers.
• Load and unload bulk tankers.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Perform cleanings of wastewater process equipment.
• Monitor the operation of all wastewater processing equipment.
• Assist and/or manage the operational performance of the wastewater equipment.
• Identify and report operating anomalies to the Operations Supervisor or Maintenance Department.
• Assist with the operation of the sludge transfer and dewatering systems.
• Operate and complete trailer rinse outs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This role involves shift work: Start at 6a, 10a and 2p - shifts are typically 8-10 hours, Monday through Friday and weekends as needed. Shifts may change with heavy workload and will be communicated with the team in advance.
Requirements:
• Wastewater certification preferred.
• Wastewater treatment experience preferred
• High School diploma/GED preferred;
• Formal training in higher level of education preferred.
• With adequate training, after being hired, be able to operate wastewater treatment equipment including but not limited to pumps, valves, filters, vessels, media change-outs, etc.
• Strong attention to details with the ability to analyze abnormalities within the processes.
• Team oriented with the ability to collaborate with others.
• Ability to thrive on hard work and demonstrate pride in a solutions-oriented, results driven environment.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Physical Demands Other Requirements:
• Candidate must have the ability to work in outdoor elements/weather.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and stand for extended periods of time.
• Climb stairs and/or ladders and pass a Functional Strength Evaluation
• Pass a Respirator Fit Test (RFT)/Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).
• Must be able to pass Basic + Training through HASC.
• Possess 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, or ability to pass the 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
What We Offer:
• Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
DEI Commitment:

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.