Operations Technician

Do you want to start a skilled, hands-on career you can grow with, earning over $66,000/year while you learn? This is an opportunity to join a strong, hard-working team where your efforts will be appreciated, proven by how highly employees rate working for this company. As you gain experience, advance your career with clearly set paths for growth and higher earning potential. Are you ready to get started? 

WesTech Engineering, a leading provider of process solutions for water and wastewater treatment, is seeking an Entry Level Operations Technician to join their team in Chesterfield, VA. 

If you are interested in starting a hands-on career where you can take pride in knowing your hard work positively impacts your community, this is an opportunity you need to explore! Candidates with industrial or skilled trade experience are highly encouraged to apply and will be considered on the higher end of the pay range. 

Please click Apply or email your information to: westech1@workrocket.com 

Why start a career with WestTech: 

• Excellent entry-level salary: on average, technicians earn between $66,000-$92,000/year, paid hourly at $24-$32/hour (based on experience and overtime hours). Technicians routinely work 50+ hours a week, with a set schedule of 7AM-5PM Monday-Friday and night/weekend overtime opportunities 

• WesTech will help you grow and learn: shadow experienced technicians and gradually learn all operations tasks over time – this will help you advance into higher technician tiers or move to other positions throughout the company! 

• Comprehensive benefits package: enjoy a dollar-for-dollar 401K match of 6%, health and wellness benefits, company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and more. Additionally, benefit from company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability. Receive generous PTO, Paid Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement. 

• Climate-controlled plant, limited exposure to elements outdoors 

• Community protection and impact: feel good and take pride in your playing a vital role in protecting the waters and contributing to a greener, cleaner future 

• WesTech boasts an inclusive workplace, highly rated by employees 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ability to perform basic housekeeping duties, accept training from Lead Technician, sample collecting, and field measurement of project KPI’s 

• Ability to perform basic preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment with guidance from Maintenance Team or Lead Technician 

• Ability to maintain basic records and perform data entry tasks 

• Change large filters with proper removal and disposal techniques 

• Basic knowledge of proper reporting procedures 

• Ability to monitor and maintain communication via email and Microsoft Teams 

• Ability to follow all safety procedures, protocols, and regulations to minimize risk and maintain a safe working environment. This includes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), conducting safety checks, responding to emergencies, follow protocols associated with chemicals, and participating in safety training programs 

About the Company: WesTech Engineering, LLC provides process solutions for water and wastewater treatment, liquid/solids separation, and biological treatment needs in municipal, industrial, and minerals markets worldwide. Founded in 1973, we have over 500 employees around the world who deeply value the trust our customers place in us when they choose WesTech. Our quality management system assures us that we are delivering the highest quality, reliable, and effective engineered water, and wastewater treatment to our customers. 

WesTech Engineering LLC is considered an equal-opportunity employer and embraces diversity and equality by creating an environment of inclusion.