Water Quality Technician

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VVater is a next‑generation water treatment company dedicated to delivering sustainable water solutions across industries. We seek a dedicated lab technician who is passionate about water treatment and environmental sustainability.

• Obtain samples and perform required tests, including pH, SDI, conductivity, alkalinity, hardness, silica, DO, and TSS.
• Monitor water quality and lab results to manage the process and make adjustments in accordance with established policies; communicate operational plans to all shifts.
• Conduct water quality testing using state‑of‑the‑art laboratory equipment, including HACH, HAAS, and microscopes.
• Sample and analyze influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water, and permeates to detect quality variations and interpret laboratory results.
• Collect and record data from inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Identify and document defects or non‑conformities found during inspections.
• Collaborate with the operation team to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct periodic audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality procedures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and recommendations based on laboratory findings.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial water/wastewater operations.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience utilizing water lab equipment (microscopes, HACH, HAAS, etc.) and understanding laboratory testing procedures.
• Lab Technician trained with relevant regulatory certificates from EPA, TCEQ, and others (required).
• Experience working with IX, UF, RO, brine concentrators, crystallizers, boilers, centrifuges, heat exchangers, and chemical systems.
• Knowledge of procedures, materials, tools, equipment, and safety practices associated with drinking water facilities.
• Safety practices in operation of electrical and mechanical equipment used in water/wastewater and industrial facilities; familiarity with OSHA guidelines related to large treatment facilities.
• Competent in performing accurate arithmetic computations and interpreting laboratory data.
• Experience with advanced computerized systems used in water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Completed OSHA/safety training as required.
• Local travel required.
• Assessment tests are required as part of the recruitment process; applicants who do not participate will not progress.