About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Industrial Technical Services.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring a Water Treatment Technician to operate, maintain, and monitor water treatment systems to ensure safe, compliant drinking or process water. This role focuses on hands-on plant operations, routine testing, preventative maintenance, and quick response to equipment issues.

• Operate and maintain water treatment equipment (pumps, filters, chemical feed systems).
• Monitor water quality via routine sampling and laboratory testing; record and interpret results.
• Adjust chemical dosages and treatment processes to meet regulatory and safety standards.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and perform basic repairs on mechanical, electrical, and control systems (including SCADA interfaces).
• Maintain accurate logs and compliance documentation for inspections, permits, and audits.
• Perform preventative maintenance and respond to equipment failures or operational emergencies.
• Collaborate with engineers and environmental professionals on process improvements and safety procedures.

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Qualifications

Minimum requirements — candidates who meet most of these will be considered:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or relevant technical training preferred.
• Industry certifications preferred or required where applicable (e.g., state water treatment operator certificate, EUSR or equivalent safety passports).
• Hands-on experience with water treatment processes, chemical dosing, and routine laboratory testing.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems or other automated control/software used in plant operations.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to interpret water quality data and diagnose equipment faults.
• Ability to perform physical tasks (lift/carry equipment, work in confined spaces, outdoor exposure) and to work rotating shifts as needed.
• Good communication skills and ability to work safely in a team environment.

Preferred / nice-to-have:

• Previous municipal or industrial water/wastewater plant experience.
• Basic electrical/mechanical maintenance skills.
• First aid / CPR and confined space training.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $69,730 per year (estimated). Final salary may vary based on experience and location.
• Confidential Client offers benefits consistent with their policies (health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off). Specific benefit details will be provided during the interview process.

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Work Environment & Schedule

• Typical locations: municipal water treatment plants, industrial facilities, or environmental service sites near Wellington, CO.
• Work may be physically demanding and require outdoor tasks, confined-space entry, and shift work (including nights, weekends, or holidays) depending on site needs.
• Role follows all applicable safety and environmental regulations; personal protective equipment (PPE) required as appropriate.

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Why Work Through Careertakes

• Careertakes connects you to this Confidential Client opportunity as a specialized third‑party recruiting platform — you may also receive access to other matched roles.
• Competitive, practical, hands-on role with opportunities to develop skills in SCADA, chemical treatment, and plant operations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.