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Groundwater Treatment Plant Operator

Albuquerque, NM

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At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC is seeking an experienced Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation and maintenance of a sophisticated groundwater treatment system at Kirtland Air Force Base.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operator who enjoys solving technical challenges, maintaining complex treatment systems, and working collaboratively with engineers and environmental professionals to support an important environmental remediation program.

The ideal candidate brings experience operating water, wastewater, groundwater, or environmental treatment systems and is comfortable troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and process control equipment. Experience with environmental remediation systems and SCADA-based operations is highly valued.

Responsibilities

  • Support the continuous operation of a groundwater extraction and treatment system at Kirtland Air Force Base
  • Monitor, operate, and optimize treatment processes to maintain system performance and regulatory compliance
  • Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on treatment equipment and associated infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process control issues
  • Collect water samples and maintain accurate operational records and maintenance documentation
  • Inspect, maintain, and optimize extraction and injection wells
  • Assist with the operation and maintenance of pumps, valves, meters, chemical feed systems, and treatment components
  • Utilize SCADA and control systems to monitor performance and identify operational concerns
  • Partner with project managers and engineers to anticipate, prevent, and resolve operational issues
  • Participate in addressing occasional after-hours operational needs

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience operating and maintaining water, wastewater, groundwater treatment, or similar industrial process systems
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Experience maintaining pumps, motors, valves, controls, instrumentation, and related process equipment
  • Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to access and work on a Department of Defense installation

 

Note:  This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Desired Qualifications

  • 40-Hour Hazwoper Safety Training and current refresher training or able to obtain before commencing work
  • 30-hour Construction Safety Training or able to obtain before commencing wor
  • Ability to perform or manage maintenance of conveyance, valves, controls, metering, chemical amendment, and water treatment system components.
  • Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system management software is preferable.

Use of AI in the Application Process:  

Applications should represent your own work and experience.  AI generated resumes will not be considered.

Sponsorship Statement:  

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Drug Screen Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$25 - $40 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

  • 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Competitive Salary
  • Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Generous paid-time-off policy
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional Development
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee wellness program

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If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the EA Talent Acquisition Office at recruitment@eaest.com. For TTY users, dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

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