Environmental/Wastewater Technician

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring an Environmental/Wastewater Technician. The Environmental/Wastewater Technician will be responsible for Conducting tests and field investigations to obtain data for use by environmental, engineering, and scientific personnel in determining sources and methods of controlling pollutants in air, water, and soil. Assists the Environmental Supervisor with government inspections and implementation of corrective action for environmental related issues. Operate and maintain Wastewater Treatment Plants, Biological, Physical Chemical, and Copper Removal System. This role is located in Pine Hall - North Carolina and will be fully on-site.

Starting Pay: $22 an Hour

Schedule: 5am to 330pm M-F

Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly

Environmental/Wastewater Technician Responsibilities:

1. Operate and maintain all wastewater systems and evaporation equipment onsite.
2. Collect water samples from streams, raw processed water, industrial wastewater, or water from other sources.
3. Set up Monitoring equipment to provide analytical information.
4. Handling and disposal Used Oil in totes and drums.
5. Handling and disposal of Hazardous Waste.

Environmental/Wastewater Technician Qualifications:

1. 24-hour Hazmat Technician Training
2. Department of Transportation & Hazardous Materials Compliance Training
3. Operate a backhoe, forklift and other heavy equipment as needed.
4. Knowledge of Wastewater and Water Treatment Processes
5. Mathematical Skills to perform complex Wastewater and Water Calculations.
6. State Certifications for Wastewater and Water not required but recommended.
7. 2+ - Years Experience
8. Must be able to perform firm grasping, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, standing, crouching, sitting, negotiating stairs, ladders, and slippery surfaces in a hot/cold (summer/winter) environment, regularly lifting up to 50 lbs.
9. Work safely with, around, and wearing protection for cleaning chemicals, solvents, copper fumes, inks and lubricants.

Environmental/Wastewater Technician Certifications [Preferred Not Required]:

Grade II Wastewater Operator Certification
Class C Well Operator Certification
Class C Water Distribution Operator Certification

Joining Wieland's team gives you...

Benefits - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.