EHS Admin
Tricehealthcare - Beltsville, MD
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Description: WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN Pay Rate ##### Agency ### ##### Pay Rate Negotiable INDUSTRIAL WASTE WATER EXPERIENCE IDEAL Class 6 POSSIBLE LEVEL I 2 EXPERIENCE Primary Functions: Wastewater Technician will serve as a member of the EHS team reporting to the site EHS Manager. Primary responsibilities include promoting and implementing all EHS objectives with primary emphasis on EHS compliance. This position will also work to support the desired zero-incident safety culture. Essential Functions: • Act as a Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) grade 6 certified industrial wastewater treatment operator maintaining effluent to meet regulatory permit requirements including maintaining supply and part inventory, and performing all aspects of sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process. • Handle, accumulate and coordinate hazardous waste storage and disposal according with federal, state, and local regulations. • Maintain and monitor environmental practices and permitting to ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA requirements (e.g. hazardous waste, wastewater, storm water, etc.). • Assist with inspect and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, safety showers/eye wash, first Aid kits and AED's. • Assist with site Safety Committee activities and Building Emergency Response Teams (B.E.R.T.S) as required. • Conduct safety and environmental audits to support the Environmental, Health, and Safety department. Basic Qualifications: • Associate's degree from an accredited institution and 2 year of waste treatment experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 3 years of waste treatment experience. Preferred Qualifications: • RCRA, HazWoper, and HazMat DOT training • Hold a Class 6 (Physical Chemical Treatment) industrial wastewater operator certificate OR a Physical/Chemical Industrial Treatment Certification from the Water Professionals International (WPI). Skills: • Basic knowledge of federal and state rules governing wastewater discharges and industrial safety. • Basic knowledge and experience in operating a wastewater treatment facility. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work. • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. • Basic algebra skills • Ability to operate a forklift • Safety first focus factory which requires proper PPE where applicable. • You must be able to lift up to 35 pounds within any given day. • The job could require standing on your feet anywhere from 8-10 hours a day. • Will require focus evaluations from close proximity and frequent use of hand to eye coordination. • Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed • This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Additional Details Level of Education Required : High School/GED Eaton ITAR and EAR Location : ITAR/EAR Shift Hours : 7a-330p Personal Protection Equipment Description : In the field below, please list all safety items or equipment the worker will need which is not provided by Eaton (i.e. steel toe shoes, respirator fit requirements, respirator, ...) Personal Protection Equipment Required (PPE) : Steel Toe Shoes Is Overtime expected/required for this site? : (No Value) Please quantify the weekly hours expected, if applicable. : (No Value) Will this position require Double-Time hours? : (No Value) Enter Double-Time policy for this work location : (No Value) Is Job Seeker Pre-Identified? : No
Created: 2026-03-05