Provides optimized solutions for water, waste, and energy management across various sectors.
Supervises field technicians for water system installation, maintenance, and emergency service.
11 days ago ago
$85,000 - $105,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Palo Alto, CA
Field
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Water treatment
Wastewater treatment
Commercial waste collection
Hazardous waste disposal
Energy consulting
Resource recovery
Procurement services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
safety leadership
inspection scheduling
equipment diagnostics
work order management
team supervision
field service
Provides leadership in achieving safety goals. Proactively manage safety and environmental issues and ensures compliance with Federal and State standards including Hazardous Waste Disposal and Air Quality Standards. Ensures that issues are identified, addressed, and elevated if necessary, in a timely manner.
Establishes inspection and maintenance schedules for service lines, replacements and leaks. Assists in diagnosing and evaluating complex equipment and process failures.
Prepares work orders either manually or from a system as required and prepares work related reports, procurement requisitions, charts, graphs and data submittal requirements in an accurate and timely manner.
Oversees the human resource functions of assigned team including hiring and firing, performance appraisals, coaching and counseling team. Recommends and provides input for salary and job change actions. Works with HSE and training team to ensure that all personnel receive safety and process training. Coaches and counsels team to improve technical skills and interpersonal and problem resolution skills. Works to identify and provide opportunities for team to learn new skills and techniques.
Ensures that consistent field service and quality assurance procedures are followed. Ensures that uniform recordkeeping is performed facility-wide.
Works in various positions; works on ladders, catwalks, and supports at heights of 50 feet above the ground; and works with hands extended above and below head and body up to 40 minutes using hand tools weighing up to 15 pounds.
Assigns personnel to shifts and plans daily schedules to provide inspection and testing, service /meter connection installations, valves, hydrants and backflow devices. Coordinates schedule to ensure that field service resources are being utilized to achieve department objectives.
May occasionally be called upon to fill in or help handle excess field service demands.
Ensures that equipment, field service vehicles and work areas are clean and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies. Operates vehicles for field service purposes.
Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
May serve rotational 24 hour emergency on-call.
Requirements
water treatment
cross-connection
mechanical aptitude
troubleshooting
supervisory
5 years
CA SWRCB Water Treatment level 2 and Distribution level 2 required.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Vocational training with the ability to read, write and comprehend English (maps, operational, maintenance, safety and quality instructions) and ability to carry out and give verbal and written instructions. Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Must have and maintain a valid cross-connection certification if required at site.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to work well and communicate (verbal and written) with staff, clients, management and the general public.
Amount of time spent - Standing 15%, Walking 70% for as many as five miles per shift, Sitting / Driving 15%.
Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling and entering confined spaces.
Lead experience or supervisory training required with understanding of human relations, training, performance evaluation and health and safety.
Must demonstrate effective skills in troubleshooting, problem solving and team building.
PC skills and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software for preparing work related reports, charts, graphs and data submittal requirements. Ability to use computer systems for preparing work orders and purchase requisitions.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.
Spends majority of time in field environment and occasionally works in an office, maintenance or repair shop environment.
Typically spends 85% of time exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather.
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds) distances of 10 feet.
Must demonstrate knowledge of current and pending water treatment standards, regulations and federal, state and local laws and codes.
Mechanical aptitude required, with the ability to read, interpret and record data from meters, gauges, panels, computer consoles and other equipment.
Requires close visual and hearing observation to detect non-conformance and machine malfunction.
Must demonstrate ability to efficiently inspect, maintain, install and repair any equipment.
Must possess a valid driver's license (commercial license and heavy equipment operator license is desirable) and a safe driving record.
Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Code of Business Conduct and other Company policies and procedures.
Must be able to serve rotational 24 hour emergency on-call if required by site.
At least five years experience in a related position in a similar environment with ability to comprehend all specifications, drawings and manuals.
Benefits
Company service vehicles are used as required.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Focuses on water, waste, and energy management through sustainable solutions.
Serves a wide range of industries, from residential to industrial and infrastructure projects.
Offers services like wastewater treatment, water recycling, energy management, and waste disposal, tailored to customer needs.
Specializes in sectors such as energy, utilities, and water, helping clients minimize their environmental impact.
Manages large infrastructure projects, including eco-efficient systems for municipalities and industries.
Works on notable projects including energy-efficient systems for commercial buildings, waste-to-energy facilities, and water reclamation systems.
Operates across multiple regions, addressing major environmental challenges.
Culture + Values
Customer Commitment
Innovation
Collaboration
Respect for People
Integrity
Sustainability
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2050
Long-term goal
Aim to achieve net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
30% by 2030
CO2 reduction goal
Targeting a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030.
14M metric tons annually
CO2 emissions managed
Manages over 14 million metric tons of CO2 emissions each year.
Investing in renewable energy solutions
Improving water efficiency and recycling
Maximizing circular economy principles
Inclusion & Diversity
23% leadership
Women in Leadership
Women currently make up 23% of global leadership positions within the organization.
5% goal
Women Senior Leadership Goal
Aim to increase women in senior leadership roles by 5% by 2025.
Committed to increasing diversity in leadership roles