Wastewater Treatment Technician

About the role

Amentum is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Technician to operate and maintain a wastewater treatment plant under the supervision of the Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The role involves routine maintenance, monitoring of plant systems and chemical streams, and working with plumbers and other infrastructure personnel. The position is based in Antarctica.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a safe workplace and coordinate employee training and hazard identification
• Monitor wastewater plant systems, ancillary equipment and the chemical composition of influent, effluent and internal streams, making adjustments to stay within guidelines
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on belt presses, blowers, pumps, valves and piping according to manufacturer specifications
• Respond to unscheduled equipment or process failures and complete maintenance records, lab and operating logbooks
• Work with the operator in charge on ordering repair and spare parts and advise the Utilities Supervisor on equipment status
• Work rotating day, swing or night shifts, and may work outside on jobsites in extreme cold
• Comply with environmental health and safety, quality assurance and quality standards requirements
• Deploy to Antarctica for extended periods, taking part in dormitory chores and community programs

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED
• Colorado Class D certification (or equivalent) or relevant experience; Class B preferred
• Valid US driver's license; US citizenship required for facility credentials at this location
• Medical, dental, drug screening and federal background checks completed
• Ability to lift and move equipment and work outdoors in extreme cold

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of activated sludge treatment plant operation, maintenance and safety
• Ability to work efficiently in a stressful environment