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Wastewater Technician I

Covanta
United States, Illinois, Dolton
Oct 08, 2025

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

Position Description:

The Wastewater Technician I is an entry level position responsible to safely perform the following fundamental tasks: waste stream sampling, off-loading tanker trucks, waste stream QA/QC, bench testing, and waste stream treat code assignments. The WWT I is expected to have a general mechanical understanding of liquids management. Specifically, via hose connection/removal, pump function / operation, and valves management along with bench testing, and waste stream treat code assignments.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic chemical analysis such as pH, flash point, FOG, solids, and ammonia.
  • Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to pressure washers, power tools, hand trucks, forklifts, and other power tools in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
  • Sampling tanker trucks and containers.
  • Connecting the hose and unloading of tanker trucks.
  • Use basic oil line and wastewater treatment line operations.
  • Direct and assist with the operation of the sludge transfer and dewatering systems.
  • Submit all associated paperwork, as required, for regulatory and safety record keeping requirements.

Requirements:

  • < 1 year of experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
  • Wastewater Technician Certification preferred.
  • Ability to kneel, crawl, stoop, bend, and twist for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift/carry over 50 pounds
  • Ability to pass respirator fit test
  • Consistently work in various weather conditions
  • Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
  • Experience in NetSuite
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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