Environmental Technician

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in. Wheatland Tube , a division of Zekelman Industries , is seeking a n Environmental Technician for our facili ty located in Wheatland , PA . Reporting to the Environmental/Sustainability Manager , the Environmental Technician will assist and provide support as needed to the local Plant Manager. The Environmental Technician will be responsible for essential duties of operating industrial wastewater treatment systems. This includes laboratory and field tests as directed by the Environmental/Sustainability Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain/complete accurate compliance records for the wastewater treatment systems Monitor and adjust chemical consumptions to maintain effluent water quality Maintain chemical inventory and coordinate chemical deliveries Maintain chemical feed systems and address system alarms Operation of the filter press for each system Monitor/communicate system malfunctions to Plant Manager Wastewater treatment area housekeeping duties Maintain haz ard /non-haz ard waste storage areas and perform weekly waste inspections Sample collection (wastewater effluent and stormwater) Travel to multiple locations within PA/OH area if needed Special projects and other duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate for the Environmental Technician role will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in physicial science or engineering, and at least two years of previous experience in an industrial environment QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Proficient computer skills (word processing and spreadsheets) Flexible schedule and ability to work extra hours and weekends as needed Ability to attend work full-time onsite daily per the posted schedule. Ability to work within a team and with minimal supervision Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more. M/F/D/V We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.