Career Opportunities

(Posted 07-12-2022)

Environmental Engineer - Envirep

Envirep is a manufacturer’s representative for various municipal and industrial water and wastewater equipment manufacturers serving the mid-Atlantic states. Envirep’s services include working with consulting engineers and owners on new equipment sales, startups, repairs, field troubleshooting, and service agreements.

We are looking for an Environmental Engineer at the Camp Hill office to support our equipment sales and service team. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer to use their knowledge and experience in water and wastewater equipment applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with consulting engineers, owners, and contractors.
• Manage multiple projects at various stages from planning through construction by providing technical and application assistance.
• Make sales call, attend trade shows, and conduct technical presentations.
• Work with the sales team to determine customers’ needs and create a scope of work.
• Manage project workflow efficiently in a deadline environment.
• Review contract documents.
• Prepare budget proposals, quotes, and pricing for projects.
• Develop technical documents, equipment layouts, datasheets, and specifications.
• Support the sales process by ensuring customer expectations are met.
• Identify leads, coordinate follow-up, and generate budget quotes.
• Communicate with vendors to integrate equipment into projects.
• Adapt and respond quickly in a high-paced, multitasked work environment.
• Provide technical support to the field services team during project commissioning and startup.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Knowledge of sales strategies and concepts, meeting customers requirements and needs.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong engineering aptitude and problem solving ability.
• Work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills, self-management, and commitment to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Perform work accurately and thoroughly on a consistent basis.
• Experience with pumps, controls, mechanical equipment, and/or wastewater treatment.
• Minimum of a BS in Environmental Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Experience using MS Office programs and AutoCAD.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, engineers, and manufacturers.
• Ability to review detailed project specifications and drawings.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Competitive Base Salary
• Bonus
• Family Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Ongoing Training and Professional Development

Resumes can be emailed to sales@envirep.com

(Posted 07-11/2022)

IT Technician - Capital Region Water

The IT Technician’s role is to support and maintain in-house computer systems, desktops, and peripherals. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all hardware and software while ensuring optimal computing performance. The person will also troubleshoot problem areas in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user training and assistance where required and other duties as required.

For more information and to apply, please go to https://capitalregionwater.com

(Posted 07-06-2022)

Maintenance Specialist – Bureau of Water - Capital Region Water

This is an entry level position in the Bureau of Water Maintenance Division. This position performs preventative maintenance, routine maintenance, and repairs of piping, mechanical, and electro/mechanical machinery and equipment. This employee may also perform general maintenance and repairs on vehicles, buildings, structures and grounds. The employee may also be required to perform landscaping maintenance. Employees in this classification receive instruction and perform their duties under the supervision of the Maintenance/DeHart Dam Superintendent or any other Water Bureau Manager.

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For more information and to apply, please visit https://capitalregionwater.com 

Project Manager /Design Engineer - Capital Region Water

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the management of capital projects developed to maintain drinking water, stormwater and wastewater (separate & combined) infrastructure systems resiliency. The successful applicant must demonstrate a passion for water quality and the needs of aging infrastructure suffering from decades of deferred maintenance. This individual will also perform in-house engineering to design water and sewer replacement projects for CRW.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform and satisfactorily meet the essential job responsibilities and functions for this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITES & FUNCTIONS
• Manage the development and execution of water, stormwater and wastewater (separate & combined) capital projects including study, design, bidding and construction phases. Interface and relay information from CRW operations and maintenance staff to have input into Asset Management programming and develop projects.
• Ability to manage multiple consulting engineers overseeing multiple projects and contractors.
• Perform water, stormwater and wastewater (separate & combined) engineering design of pipe replacement projects according to CRW and regulatory standards. Create project drawings and project manuals (specifications) suitable for public bidding. Manage design team to successfully execute projects on schedule and within budget.
• Develop annual budgets and schedules for capital projects.
• Coordinate communication between CRW’s Engineering, Operations, Maintenance and Community Outreach departments; both internal staff and professional service providers with the Diversity & Inclusion department; as well as all contractors.
• Prepare accurate and timely paperwork for Board and Financial approval. This includes professional services and construction awards, change orders, etc.
• Prepare monthly progress update reports on all ongoing work.

Click Careers - Capital Region Water for the complete job description including responsibilities, educational requirements and to apply. 

(Posted 05-09-2022)

Technical Sales Engineer - Riordan Materials Corporation

Riordan Materials Corporation is currently seeking a Technical Sales Engineer (TSE) who is charged with building relationships with the companies we represent, Consulting Engineers, Contractors, and End Users to maximize Riordan’s presence and credibility within our sales territory. The TSE is responsible for working with our outside salesmen in developing solutions for a given project from the initial design, through project iterations, developing the bidding strategy, and staying involved with the project through construction and startup.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• FORMAL EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering is highly preferred. Direct work experience in the municipal and industrial water/wastewater market (consulting, operations, construction, etc.) may be substituted for the engineering degree if sufficient in length and exposure to the market.
• Ability & willingness to become a technology expert in several of our core technologies, including submersible pump stations, aeration & mixing systems, water/wastewater treatment technologies.
• Must be highly organized and responsive.
• Strong communication skills to interact with customers, engineers, and contractors.
• Ability to work with minimal oversight and direction.
• Flexibility and willingness to adjust work schedule.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems and technologies.
• 3-5 years of related experience is preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sales concepts and practices, product line sales management, and channel partner management.
• Experience with equipment suppliers, contractors, consulting engineers, and end users.
• Ability to have periodic travel (project site inspections/meetings, technical conferences, product trainings, etc.).

Riordan Materials Corporation will provide training as needed, a competitive salary (based on experience), robust bonus plan, full medical & retirement (401k) benefits, professional association membership(s), and flexible vacation options and working conditions.

Email contact information and resume to admin@riordanmat.com

(Posted 06-14-2022)

Laboratory Technician I - Capital Region Water

This position is responsible for routine chemical, bacteriological, and physical analyses in accordance with 25 Pa Code, Chapter 252 - Laboratory of raw, partially treated and treated wastewaters, process by-products and special samples to monitor plant processes and ensure that the facility effluent meets the conditions of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems permit and all local, state, and federal guidelines. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, Superintendent or other AWTF management personnel.

EQUIPMENT / JOB LOCATION
• Work is performed in the laboratory at the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility, involving the use of instrumentation such as: pH meters, dissolved oxygen meters, analytical balances, microscopes, autoclaves, centrifuges, vacuum filtration apparatus, composite samplers, computers, and glassware such as pipets, graduated cylinders, distillation columns, separatory funnels, and volumetric flasks.
• Work also involves the use of advanced instrumentation such as spectrophotometers and distillation and extraction apparatus.
• Duties also include outdoor and industrial sampling involving the use of safety equipment such as gas detectors, breathing apparatus, harnesses, and tripods.
• Employees must accept varied working conditions including indoors, performing repetitive duties subjected to fumes, odors, noise, vibration, laboratory chemicals including potentially hazardous materials; out of doors, subjected to inclement weather and industrial sampling conditions.
• Duties are typically performed weekdays, 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. May be required to work weekends and holidays as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of the principles of analytical chemistry, wastewater systems, applied mathematics, quality control, and laboratory safety, and the theory and principles of wastewater treatment.
• Dexterity sufficient to operate sensitive instrumentation such as pipets, microscopes, and electronic equipment.
• Experience with routinely used analytical instrumentation including, but not limited to, pH meters, dissolved oxygen meters, analytical balances, and spectrophotometers.
• Ability to apply scientific principles to the collection and interpretation of laboratory data.
• Ability to perform general algebraic mathematics including calculations utilizing percentages, decimals and balancing equations.
• Ability to operate advanced instrumentation such as specific ion analysis and, extraction and distillation apparatus with training.
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions of a technical nature and communicate technical subjects effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Assists with troubleshooting advanced instrumentation and analyzes, diagnosing problems and recommending a course of action.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions, work load, and analytical requirements.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to pass an initial demonstration of capability (IDOC) for all AWTF test parameters accredited by 25 Pa Code, Chapter 252 - Laboratory Accreditation within two months of employment.
• Ability to annually pass a continuing demonstration of capability (DOC) for all AWTF test parameters accredited by 25 Pa Code, Chapter 252 - Laboratory Accreditation.

QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced training or course work in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or waste treatment analysis and one-year experience in laboratory work of a similar nature, or Bachelor’s Degree in Science with training or coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or waste treatment analysis or two years’ experience in laboratory work of a similar nature or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License, Class C.

Click Careers - Capital Region Water for the complete job description including responsibilities, educational requirements and to apply. 

(Posted 06-01-2022)

Assistant Shift Operator - Swatara Township Authority

Job duties include assisting the Shift Operator with the daily operation of the wastewater treatment facilities; checking plant operation; cleaning plant building, tanks, and vehicles; maintaining plant grounds; making minor process changes; documenting plant operations; other tasks deemed necessary. All applicants must have a valid PA Driver’s License. No experience necessary, but previous experience is a plus.

Must be willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

The starting pay rate for this position is $18.95/hr. with the opportunity to advance to $19.72/hr. after 6 months and $21.79/hr. within 18 months. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; and paid leave.

All inquiries regarding the position should be directed to Mr. George Moppin, Chief Operator, at 717-566-3361 or gkm@swataratwpauthority-pa.gov.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position(s) are filled. Apply in person Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at:

SWATARA TOWNSHIP AUTHORITY
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
8675 Paxton Street
Hummelstown, PA 17036

EOE

(Posted 05-08-2022)

Risk Manager & Safety Officer- Capital Region Water

• The Risk Manager & Safety Officer will oversee Capital Region Water's comprehensive insurance and risk management program, assessing and identifying risks that could impede the reputation, safety, security, or financial success of the organization.
• Provide safety management, advice, monitoring, and reporting in the workplace, and engage staff in programs that ensure safe practices in the workplace.
• Develop, implement, and assess, on an ongoing basis, Capital Region Water’s (CRW's) Risk and Safety Management programs and strategies.
• Ensure CRW is properly insured in accordance with current industry standards and practices.
• Procure insurances for CRW.
• Manage CRW’s insurance portfolio.
• Work closely with brokers, claims adjusters, and third-party administrators.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Responsible for all facets of claims administration from occurrence to closure, this includes Workers’ Compensation.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks at all CRW locations and for all CRW activities.
• Provide advice and guidance to all CRW Departments on controlling risk.
• Investigate accidents or incidents to discover root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities and/or prevention measures.
• Review, revise, and update CRW's Health and Safety policies and programs as needed to meet current health and safety regulations and standards to protect the safety and health of staff and visitors.
• Leverage internal and external resources to develop and coordinate safety training for CRW employees. Serve as primary point of contact in the development and maintenance of CRW facility safety plans.
• Support management in developing and maintaining industry specific Security Plans. Assist management with identifying and addressing project related risks.
• Work with management and other experts to develop and maintain Risk Assessments and Emergency Response Plans as mandated by America’s Water Infrastructure Act.
• Improve health and safety awareness at all levels within the organization.
• Coordinate, attend, facilitate, and participate in CRW Safety Committee Meetings.
• Prepare and maintain Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for each CRW facility.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) through audits and updates.
• Update data in the Learning Management Systems used for risk and safety trainings.
• Support supervisors in utilizing the relevant Learning Management Systems.
• Establish budgets for insurance and for the Health and Safety program.
• Effectively manage decision-making and problem solving in a consistent manner within the established policy and applicable law.
• Work with CRW management to enforce policies and establish and maintain a culture of commitment to health and safety.
• Aid CRW colleagues is determining the appropriateness of Certificates of Insurance.
• Evaluate CRW worksites and facilities to ensure adherence to established sage work practices.
• Strong and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of other job-related computer software programs.

Click www.capitalregionwater.com for the complete job description including responsibilities, educational requirements and to apply. 

(Posted 04-14-2022)

 Pre-Treatment Coordinator/Lab Supervisor - Capital Region Water

Responsible for the activities of the Wastewater laboratory in accordance with public health and scientific standards and Federal, State and local regulations governing industrial discharge for Capital Region Water (CRW).  Supervise lab staff and activities associated with all laboratory activities and pre-treatment.

 To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform and satisfactorily meet the essential job responsibilities and functions for this position.

 Please go to https://capitalregionwater.com to see the requirements representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job responsibilities.

(Posted 04-06-2022)

Wastewater Operator - Capital Region Water 

This position is responsible to perform skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility on an assigned shift. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Shift Supervisor. Work involves the use of stationary and portable pumps, valves, gates, gauges, meters, 12 ft. – 25 ft. ladders, control panels, log sheets, air compressors and motor vehicles such as trucks required for sludge transportation and disposal. Chemicals such as chlorine, polymers, and ferrous sulfate are used on a day-to-day basis. Work also includes the operation of unit processes like thickeners, digesters, clarifies, activated sludge, cogeneration, oxygen distillation, and sludge dewatering.

Click www.capitalregionwater.com for the complete job description including responsibilities, educational requirements and to apply.