O&m Technician

Job Title : O&M Technician

Job Description

Join our team as an O&M Technician, where you will be responsible for the daily monitoring and basic operations of plant systems, conducting routine lab tests, and performing both corrective and preventative maintenance activities. You will operate equipment both manually and through advanced control systems, ensuring optimal plant operations while following safety and process control procedures.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment manually and through control units, following process control procedures.

Monitor and observe operating conditions, recording observations and data in a shift log.

Diagnose basic operational problems and take corrective actions as per procedures.

Perform routine CLAIR (cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, inspection, and minor repair) on machines and related equipment.

Report and document work performed, entering data into appropriate databases.

Collect samples of water, wastewater, industrial waste, and related materials according to the schedule.

Perform field tests to adjust chemical dosages for process and odor control units.

Prepare chemical solutions, monitor supplies, and recommend reorders.

Perform routine lab tests and prepare reports per procedure.

Calibrate portable meters for various measurements including dissolved oxygen and pH.

Perform manual labor, including cleaning equipment and facilities, and properly dispose of waste according to policies.

Operate vehicles and material handling equipment for operational and maintenance purposes.

Essential Skills

High school diploma or GED with proficiency in English for reading, writing, and comprehending operational, process, safety, and quality instructions.

Six months to two years of experience in a related position, preferably in a similar environment.

Ability to comprehend specifications, blueprints, and manuals.

Experience with material handling equipment, pressure gauges, and precision measuring instruments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Troubleshooting and electrical skills.

Preventive maintenance and mechanical skills.

Experience in cleaning, lubrication, and inspection of equipment.

Experience in lab testing and instrument calibration.

Why Work Here?

This position offers the opportunity to transition into a permanent role, providing stability and growth within the company. Employees enjoy a supportive work environment with immediate feedback following interviews and tours.

Work Environment

The role involves spending 100% of the time in an operations environment, with 25-35% of the time potentially exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather conditions. The position may require participation in a rotational 24-hour emergency on-call schedule. The work environment includes potential exposure to operations hazards such as fumes, dust, toxic and caustic chemicals, noise, rotating machinery, high pressure, extreme temperatures, slippery surfaces, water, and electrical hazards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 12, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.