Water Treatment Facility Technician
すいしょりしせつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Other Technical Occupations
- Minor : Technical Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A technical position that manages water quality, operates, maintains, and improves equipment in water and sewage or industrial water treatment plants.
Description
Water treatment facility technicians monitor, operate, and maintain the entire process from raw water intake to effluent discharge at water purification plants, sewage treatment plants, and industrial water treatment plants, ensuring compliance with water quality standards. They handle a wide range of tasks including water quality tests using analytical instruments, chemical dosing, operation of septic tanks and membrane separation equipment, equipment inspections, emergency responses to troubles, data logging, report preparation, and compliance with laws and regulations. Recently, there is a demand for acquiring new technologies such as automation and remote monitoring systems, energy saving, and recycled water utilization technologies.
Future Outlook
With increasing importance of environmental conservation and water resource management, and progress in plant automation and digitalization, demand is expected to remain stable, and the value of personnel skilled in optimization technologies using IoT and AI will rise.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Good teamwork / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Field survey / Night shift / On-site / Shift
Career Path
Operator → Shift Leader → Plant Engineer → Facility Management Supervisor → Environmental Consultant
Required Skills
Chemical handling (coagulants and disinfectants) / Knowledge of water quality-related regulations / Operation monitoring of process control equipment / PLC/SCADA operation / Sensor calibration / Water quality analysis
Recommended Skills
Data analysis / English document reading / IoT systems / Membrane treatment technology / Preventive maintenance technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Important for analyzing water quality data and process controls. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Cannot overlook even trace contamination. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for handling equipment troubles and water quality abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Often follows standardized processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Chief Water Supply Equipment Works Technician
- Environmental Measurement Technician (Water Quality)
- Septic Tank Manager
Aliases
- Sewage Treatment Technician
- Water Purification Plant Technician
- Water Treatment Technician
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- Environmental Engineer
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