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Maintenance and Wastewater Technician

Waterbury, CT 06758

Posted: 06/03/2025 Job Number: 16 Pay Rate: 22.50

Job Description

Join a trusted manufacturing facility as a Maintenance & Wastewater Technician, where you'll play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance and operational efficiency. This position involves wastewater treatment, facility maintenance, and support of daily plant operations. Ideal for mechanically inclined professionals with an interest in environmental and technical work.

Location: Waterbury, CT

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate all aspects of the wastewater treatment process, including unloading tankers, adding chemicals, sampling, and completing inspections.

  • Collect and document water samples; perform lab tests and collaborate with external lab vendors.

  • Support hazardous waste and environmental safety programs.

  • Perform maintenance repairs to sustain plant operations and complete preventative tasks.

  • Maintain cleanliness of all areas where maintenance is performed.

  • Assist with setups and breakdowns on grinding machines.

  • Maintain and monitor inventory for maintenance and treatment departments.

  • Move completed jobs through the next step of the production process per job ticket.

  • Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Facilities Manager or management.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Versatility in mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work

  • Strong mechanical and math aptitude

  • Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, dial indicators)

  • Solid organizational and housekeeping skills
  • Interest or experience in wastewater treatment and environmental systems

Why Work Here?

With over 60 years of excellence, the company is committed to integrity, quality, and attention to detail in everything it does. Its focus on precision and high standards ensures that their finished products perform flawlessly every time. Joining their team not only means becoming part of a company that values top-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service, but also one that gives importance to you being able to learn new roles and develop new skills.
 

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

  • On feet for 80–90% of the shift, including walking and crouching

  • Occasional use of hand tools; must have good hand-eye coordination

  • Must wear proper PPE (goggles, gloves, boots) as required

Schedule & Pay:

  • Full-Time | 2nd Shift | Monday – Friday

  • $20.00 – $25.00 per hour, based on experience

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan with employer match

  • Paid time off

Meet Your Recruiter

Allison Blackwood
President & CEO

After twenty years of leading and developing people across the not-for-profit, hospitality and financial industries around the country, I am thrilled to be home in NW Connecticut and the second generational owner of AEI Staffing.  I love this work because we can see the impact every day of getting businesses the talent they need to be successful, getting our friends and neighbors fulfilling work that improves their lives, and how the two together can elevate our community.   

 

When not working with my amazing team, you can find me swimming, kayaking, hiking, or reading a book with my friends and family. 

 

“The ultimate resource in economic development is people.  It is people, not capital or raw materials that develop an economy.” – Peter Drucker 

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