Paint and Waste Treatment Systems Technician

Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS) is seeking a Paint and Waste Treatment Systems Tech to work in the Iowa City, IA area.  This position offers a variety of great benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all EPA, IDNR and OSHA regulations
• Maintain wastewater compliance with city codes
• Comply with Environmental Management System per ISO-14001 requirements
• Troubleshoot problems of mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic nature
• Able to read and interpret equipment instructions, diagrams, schematics, and mechanical prints
• Perform minor equipment repairs which do not require extensive technical knowledge or outside expertise to include repair of pumps, valves and piping in waste water and paint system treatment
• Responsible for cleaning and preventive maintenance activities including spare parts, tooling, etc. to ensure optimal operation of all systems
• Ensure timely startup and operation of the paint line to defined production levels; monitor equipment and setting to maintain proper operation of cleaning, pre-treatment, paint, cure, and wastewater treatment systems to meet production, safety, and housekeeping goals

  Qualifications

• Must be environmentally conscientious
• Able to prepare, read and interpret written reports, instructions, procedures and guidelines
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees, suppliers and customers
• Able to calculate figures and amounts, such as percentages and proportions
• Able to use computer and software as required
• Able to read and interpret customer paint specs, and paint performance testing reports
• Able to properly use testing equipment such as pH meters and conductivity meter

Education and Experience

• High School diploma/GED
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Competent with gas, arc, MIG and TIG welding
• On the job training with other Paint Technicians
• Attain wastewater treatment certification within 12 months of position start
• Licensed forklift operator
• Spill Team member

  
About Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS)   
ITS is an international recruiting and staffing firm specializing in Engineering, Technical and Professional positions.  Founded in 1984 as a subsidiary of an engineering firm, ITS continues to remain a strategic partner for the job seeker.    

Our clients include some of the largest and most respected architectural, engineering, and manufacturing companies in business today.  Our ability to offer a wide range of services, and the flexibility to adjust to the changing needs of our clients, has allowed us to maintain a solid reputation for several decades.