Water Reuse Operator

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Epic Cleantec is focused on solving one of the great challenges of our time – the sustainable management of water. As the world rapidly urbanizes, with 70% of the population expected to live in cities by 2050, traditional water and wastewater infrastructure is being pushed to its limits. We are committed to transforming the water and wastewater paradigm by creating the sustainable, resilient, and water-secure communities of the future.

Not only are we introducing technological innovations, but we are also fundamentally transforming the conversation around water.

• Ensure Epic Cleantec water reuse and resource recovery installations are operated efficiently and in compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements
• Elevate the Epic Cleantec brand by delivering exceptional customer service to clients, in turn helping secure additional business throughout the region
• Grow in the field of onsite reuse, gaining necessary skills, and knowledge to operate a wide range of system types

• Assist in operating and maintaining multiple onsite water reuse systems under direction from senior operators
• Inspect machinery and maintain surveillance on operating conditions, gauges and meters to ensure continued efficient operations as well as detect and troubleshoot malfunctions
• Record and track plant and equipment operational data, including meter and gauge readings, and observe a regular schedule for maintenance and upgrades to prevent system breakdowns
• Assisting with maintaining and repairing plant equipment to excellent condition using a variety of both hand tools and power tools
• Communicate with supervisors, coworkers, other employees and upper management regarding operations, plant conditions and other essential information
• Collaborate with senior operations staff to determine the best practices, equipment upgrades and other operational aspects that ensure the highest standard of onsite reuse.
• Perform on-call duties when assigned (including night and weekend availability)
• Perform related duties as needed

• Drive, grit, and team-oriented
• High level of integrity and a strong commitment to building a best-in-class company
• Strong communication skills via phone and email
• Ability to foster meaningful relationships with clients and channel partners
• Passion for sustainability and improving cities through innovation

• Minimum California State Water Resource Control Board Wastewater OIT (Operator in Training) or higher
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and work practices regarding water treatment plant chemicals and equipment
• Ability hand tools to make basic repairs and adjustments to pumps, motors and other equipment as needed
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, meters and SCADA to make necessary adjustments
• Ability to collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests
• Ability to access and interpret SCADA and alarms remotely to facilitate plant operations
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, suppliers, consultants and coworkers
• Strong decision-making skills in order to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities and determine alternatives and appropriate actions
• Basic understanding of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and SCADA
• Ability and willingness to work in a variety of conditions, including outdoors in various weather conditions; rotating shifts (including nights), weekends, holidays and in emergencies; and with and around hazardous chemicals and equipment

• Prior maintenance experience
• Basic knowledge of wastewater treatment principles

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position with benefits.

Epic is a mission-driven team focused on solving one of the great challenges of our time – the sustainable management of water.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Epic provides equal employment opportunities for team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military status or disability in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines. We hire and promote individuals based on their qualifications for the position to be filled. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.