Description
The Operations & Maintenance Technician role involves performing operations and maintenance tasks, technical support and/or production/manual tasks, including completing semi-routine assignments with assistance. The role requires development and application of skills through formal training and on-the-job experiences. Work conducted under moderate supervision with some room for independent judgement. The position has limited decision-making authority.
Responsibilities
- Assist in water/wastewater treatment operations and maintenance.
- Engage in process optimization activities and tasks.
- Assist in dealing with hazardous waste treatment and management.
- Follow and apply standard operating procedure and job hazard analysis.
- Help ensure regulatory compliance in all operations.
- Carry out field sampling and data collection assignments.
- Provide support in staff augmentation activities.
- Help conduct operability and safety audit and reviews.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Mentorship
- May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Skills and Competencies
- Ability to provide technical support and perform production/manual tasks.
- Familiarity with water/wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance.
- Understanding of hazardous waste treatment and management.
- Knowledge of standard operating procedure and job hazard analysis methods.
- Basic skills in data collection and process optimization.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
Experience
- Typically, a minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant field is required.
- Experience in performing technical support or production/manual tasks.
- Experience or exposure to water/wastewater treatment operations.
Education
- Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position.
- Possess a valid driver’s license