Water Treatment Technician

Job Description:

Position Purpose

Facilities Management is an exceptionally talented team built from a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about providing the highest levels of quality craftsmanship, customer service, and teamwork through sustainable practices and who take pride in supporting the mission of the University and Facilities Management “We Care” principle values.

The Water Treatment Technician performs tests and maintains proper chemical level and heating systems, steam generators and AC water towers.

This position is considered essential.  Personnel may be required to respond to campus emergencies both during and off shift.

Job Qualifications and Competencies

• High School diploma/GED;

• Some academic background in chemistry or training in the practical application of chemicals is preferred

• Two years' experience in chemical water treatment and actual boiler operation

• Boiler Operator's License for the City of Providence

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license

• Must maintain required licenses as a condition of employment

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily

• A thorough knowledge of closed heating systems, steam generator boilers and medium temperature and hot water stations, and A/C water towers

• Background in mechanical injection systems

• Must be able to follow standard procedures, read and understand blueprints

• Ability to use electronic devices such as iPhone, iPad, and other job related software applications

• Willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment

Additional physical demands and working conditions:

• Must have the physical ability to walk throughout the campus and to climb stairs for the duration of the work period

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Ability to perform physical activities such as use of arms, legs, standing for long periods of time, kneeling, bending, color identification and handling materials among others.

• Ability to climb and work from ladders, lifts, scaffolding, and staging heights up to 100 feet

• Must be physically able to lift and carry 50 pounds

• May be required to have the ability to work in areas needing a respirator

• Position is subject to pre-employment screenings

• This position is classified as on-site

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment screenings.

In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.  

Recruiting Start Date:

2021-11-16-08:00

Job Posting Title:

Water Treatment Technician

Department:

Facilities Management

Grade:

Facilities Union Rates

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Classification:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected] .

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

Brown University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community; as an EEO/AA employer, Brown considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.