Technician, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance

Job description

Position Information $25hr - $27hr The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education, and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! #LI-RB33 #LI-Onsite Primary Role American Water is currently seeking a Technician, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance to join our NJ team.

The Technician, Water Quality and Environmental Compliance is responsible for the collection of samples across assigned water and/or wastewater systems within State Operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Collect and analyze plant, field and regulatory samples following approved methodology
• Analyze results, record data and identify process control/regulatory problems
• Prepare reagents/standards, maintain log sheets, clean glassware and maintain laboratory in clean and orderly condition Maintain QA/QC on lab equipment and adjust continuous process control monitors Knowledge/Skills
• Knowledge of water or other utility operations preferred
• Knowledge of specific systems such as SAP preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite applications including MSWord, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and email management systems (MS Outlook)
• Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills Good business acumen and judgment Good quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail Good verbal and written communication skills (e.g., report writing, listening, plan reading and creating, and presentation)
• Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others Experience/Education High School Diploma.

Associate’s degree in science, business administration or management, or related degree preferred 0 - 2 years’ experience in operations, administrative and/or customer service, preferred Travel Requirements Local and occasional regional travel, as needed (must have valid drivers license)