CHEMICAL TRTMNT PLANT TECH 1

Req ID: 48384  Team: O46 PLANT UTILITY OPS  Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes  Full-Time Shift: Multiple  Relocation: No relocation assistance available  Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework  Travel Requirements:  No  Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start  ​Salary Range: $42,000.00 to $52,000.00   The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range   Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.   The Role

Operates automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures. Equipment includes mixers, grinders, filter presses, dryers, filtering equipment, pumps, and filling machines. Performs quality control analyses as required to complete in-process batches and identifies variations. Processes may generate high pressure and/or critical reactions and requires training in hazardous material handling and emergency procedures. Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.   Specific to this position: This position operates under the direct supervision of the Treatment Plant Supervisor and the technical guidance of Senior Treatment Plant Technicians. Successful candidate will perform industrial wastewater treatment processes relying on established treatment plant operation procedures and environmental standards and regulations for guidance. Additional areas of responsibility include and are not limited to: • Operate the Chemical Wastewater & Oily Wastewater Treatment facilities; ensuring the removal or reduction of heavy metals and/or other contaminants prior to discharge • Monitors unit processes (equalization, chemical addition, filtration, etc.) and adjusts flow rates, chemical feedrates and other variables to properly treat wastewater handled by these facilities. • Operate filter presses and other related equipment, as necessary • Collects and analyzes wastewater samples, identifying chemical properties and contaminants to determine required treatment processes and/or evaluate plant operating performance • Collects and records operational data from unit instrumentation and sample analysis, and prepares written records and reports as required • Monitors operating conditions and notifies appropriate personnel when maintenance and repair work is needed • Monitors chemical and equipment inventories • Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and general housekeeping at facilities • May coordinate the transportation, segregation and storage of industrial wastewater Must Have

High School/GED and 0 years of additional education and/or experience Nice to Have

• Candidate will need to be able to enter tight spaces, climbing, kneeling, stooping and standing for extended periods of time • Operation is 24/7 - Should be able to work a variable work schedule including all shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays • Industrial Waste Water