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Job Title: Field Service Representative - Pretreatment Lab Operator

• Around the globe, we help cities and industries manage, optimize and make the most of their resources.
• We provide an array of solutions related to water, energy and materials to promote a cleaner more sustainable world for all of us.
• The collective expertise and passion of our people, combined with a broad portfolio of over 10,000 technologies, makes us uniquely positioned to deliver solutions that positively impact the environment. Come be part of something special - start your journey today!

• The Field Service Representative position is responsible for assisting operations to maintain the chemistry needed for wastewater treatment via UF, MBR, Anaerobic Digestion processes.

• Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records.
• Complete testing of customer wastewater samples and throughout the process - Settleability, COD, VFA, TSS, ATP, Nitrogen, phosphorus and other common waste water tests
• Perform calculations associated for the test results.
• Perform jar tests to refine coagulant dosage
• Enter samples, test results etc... into data management system, review and validate results.
• Communicate status of testing samples to Supervisors and Laboratory staff.
• Proficiency in performing manual titrations.
• Knowledge of instrumental analysis.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in laboratory work areas and store hazardous materials in the proper locations and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Work with Applications Laboratory personnel to investigate any analysis issues.
• Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9000.standards.
• Follows all safety procedures including general site safety rules and Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Inspect tanks using the appropriate method
• Examine samples to verify qualities such as clarity, cleanliness, and consistency.
• Maintain tank chemistry
• Maintain waste treatment system
• Maintain add schedule
• Assist operators with concerns and troubleshoot.
• Maintain logs of instrument readings, test results, shift production and/or preventive maintenance schedule for entry in computer databases.
• Maintain excellent chemical Hygiene and housekeeping in laboratory area.
• Follow safety standards and rules
• Train new operators as needed
• The employer may require an employee to perform other duties as assigned on a temporary and infrequent basis

• Good verbal and written communication skills, including engaging with customer
• Speak, read, and write English preferred
• Organized with great attention to detail.
• Ability to operate laboratory testing equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• High attention to detail
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Thorough understanding of company quality specifications and manuals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to create and maintain cooperative, team-building relationships.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Basic calculations- mainly C1V1=C2V2,
• Methodological approach to troubleshooting in the lab-
• Adequate titrimetric, volumetric and gravimetric analysis experience
• Ability to create standard curves on a UV/VIS spectrophotometer
• Equipment operation- or at least competency to understand how the equipment functions
• Data interpretation, record keeping reporting and decision making
• Inline analyzers familiarity working knowledge of UV/VIS Spectrophotometers, HPLC Instrumentation, and pH Meters
• Working knowledge of gravimetric assays.
• Working knowledge of computer and office software: Excel, MS Word
• ISO
• Tidiness
• Flexibility

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Forklift license a plus
• Experience working in Water Treatment and/or a Fast-paced work environment is a plus.
• 3 years of recent Lab experience required
• Associates Degree in Chemistry or Biology preferred
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits working in a dynamic environment with challenging projects and training provided to ensure your success.
• We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities.
• We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every level and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace!