WSP in the U.S.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician
WSP in the U.S., Questa, New Mexico, United States, 87556
Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician
Join the team at WSP in the U.S. as a full‑time Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician at our plant in
Questa, New Mexico . Be involved in projects with our Mining Team and help a growing organization meet client objectives and solve challenges.
This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a full‑time Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician to join the team at our
Questa, New Mexico
plant.
Job Description Assist colleagues in the water treatment plant process with monitoring and adjustments. Perform laboratory water and process sampling QA/QC, which includes solids analysis and benchtop spectrophotometer analysis of water samples. Collect influent water source samples and monitor equipment at remote locations. Collect data and enter process and other operations information into operations logbooks up to six times per day. Operate filter press up to 12 times per day. Monitor extended system critical to plant process (including chemical feeds, influent water sources, and lift stations). Operate and maintain heavy mobile construction type equipment for offloading deliveries, delivering filter cake to the on‑site repository, performing building maintenance, and performing snow removal. Assist maintenance personnel with repairs and maintenance, including grounds maintenance, as required. Respond to callouts for special projects as needed on an on‑call basis.
Who You Are
High School Diploma or GED.
At least one year of plant operations experience.
Ability to obtain a 40‑hour OSHA HazWOPER certificate or have a current certificate.
Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
Ability to operate heavy mobile construction type equipment.
Good understanding of Health and Safety practices and mechanical aptitude.
Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical.
Ability to complete shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary (shifts are 12 hours per day).
Ability to operate and maintain all equipment in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with site health and safety plans and industry best practices and applicable programs such as OSHA.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds several times per day.
Ability to walk up and down stairs and on unimproved areas of the site several times per day.
This role is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
Preferred Qualifications
New Mexico wastewater treatment operator certification “D” level or higher.
Two (2) years or more operating an industrial wastewater treatment plant.
DOT licensed driver with water tanker certification a plus.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Job sites may be located at various elevations, including mountain environments at elevations above 8,000 feet, depending on the site.
Exposure to differing temperature levels, including extreme heat and extreme cold, snowy conditions.
Required use of correct PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, high‑visibility clothing, steel‑toed work boots and anti‑slip footwear devices, occasional use of a respirator is required.
Manual dexterity required to use equipment.
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, reaching, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling and ascending stairs throughout facility.
Walking the process floor and hiking unimproved areas of the site, walking may exceed several miles per day.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice To Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes ... (policy details omitted for brevity).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Professional Services
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Questa, New Mexico . Be involved in projects with our Mining Team and help a growing organization meet client objectives and solve challenges.
This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a full‑time Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician to join the team at our
Questa, New Mexico
plant.
Job Description Assist colleagues in the water treatment plant process with monitoring and adjustments. Perform laboratory water and process sampling QA/QC, which includes solids analysis and benchtop spectrophotometer analysis of water samples. Collect influent water source samples and monitor equipment at remote locations. Collect data and enter process and other operations information into operations logbooks up to six times per day. Operate filter press up to 12 times per day. Monitor extended system critical to plant process (including chemical feeds, influent water sources, and lift stations). Operate and maintain heavy mobile construction type equipment for offloading deliveries, delivering filter cake to the on‑site repository, performing building maintenance, and performing snow removal. Assist maintenance personnel with repairs and maintenance, including grounds maintenance, as required. Respond to callouts for special projects as needed on an on‑call basis.
Who You Are
High School Diploma or GED.
At least one year of plant operations experience.
Ability to obtain a 40‑hour OSHA HazWOPER certificate or have a current certificate.
Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
Ability to operate heavy mobile construction type equipment.
Good understanding of Health and Safety practices and mechanical aptitude.
Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical.
Ability to complete shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary (shifts are 12 hours per day).
Ability to operate and maintain all equipment in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with site health and safety plans and industry best practices and applicable programs such as OSHA.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds several times per day.
Ability to walk up and down stairs and on unimproved areas of the site several times per day.
This role is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
Preferred Qualifications
New Mexico wastewater treatment operator certification “D” level or higher.
Two (2) years or more operating an industrial wastewater treatment plant.
DOT licensed driver with water tanker certification a plus.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Job sites may be located at various elevations, including mountain environments at elevations above 8,000 feet, depending on the site.
Exposure to differing temperature levels, including extreme heat and extreme cold, snowy conditions.
Required use of correct PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, high‑visibility clothing, steel‑toed work boots and anti‑slip footwear devices, occasional use of a respirator is required.
Manual dexterity required to use equipment.
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, reaching, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling and ascending stairs throughout facility.
Walking the process floor and hiking unimproved areas of the site, walking may exceed several miles per day.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice To Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes ... (policy details omitted for brevity).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Professional Services
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Questa, NM .
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