• Leading NEPA/planning/permitting teams in project execution, which includes execution of quality control and coordination of staffing
• Overseeing project schedules, budgets, and staffing/workload allocation
• Assist in the development of the regional environmental science program, including recruiting of environmental professionals
• Establishing client relations and involvement with marketing, contractual, technical and production meetings
• Providing mentoring and training to junior level staff
• Coordinating subcontractor relationships
• Involvement in select industry associations to advance client relationships and further industry analysis

DESCRIPTION
ESI Environmental, Inc. (ESI) is an industrial wastewater treatment, oil recycling and environmental management company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. While our primary focus is on the treatment of non-hazardous wastewater streams and the reuse of oil, we also provide on-site technical assistance and operational support to our clients. To learn more about ESI, visit us at: http://www.ecologicalsystems.com

ESI is looking for a dynamic individual to supervise their laboratory department for compliant waste acceptance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Directs and advises personnel in special test procedures to analyze components and physical properties of materials.
Compiles and analyzes test information to determine operating efficiency of process or equipment and to diagnose malfunctions.

Confers with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests.
Adjusts formulas and processes based on test results.
Tests and analyzes sample products.
Prepares test solutions, compounds, and reagents for use by laboratory personnel in conducting tests.
Conducts research to develop custom products and investigates complaints on existing products.
Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet testing schedules.
Recommends measures to improve testing procedures and use of equipment.
Analyzes and resolves, or assists workers in solving work problems.
Maintains lab equipment.
Maintains time and testing records.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises 3-4 employees in the Laboratory Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in coordination with Human Resources.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; preferably in Chemical Science and 5+ years related laboratory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience with industrial wastewater and treatment chemicals.

Wheaton Sanitary District, a municipal corporation, is seeking a project engineer. The Project Engineer is one of five department heads that reports to the Executive Director. Responsibilities include monitoring and/or conducting studies, designs, construction, and maintenance projects for both the plant and the collection system. Responsibilities will also include supervision over one field inspector, maintenance of the computer network, ArcGIS, and SCADA system, and the overseeing the permitting process. Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems is desirable.

The position is responsible for day-to-day engineering activities associated with capital improvement and plant maintenance projects. May prepare plans, specifications, and bidding documents for small projects.  Establishes criteria for selection of engineering consultants for Board approval, recommends contract awards, and negotiates engineering contracts for Board approval.  The Project Engineer reviews and approves plans and specifications prepared by consulting engineers, reviews bids, recommends award of contracts, administers contracts, and recommends payment to contractors.

The successful candidate will likely have 5 to 15 years experience in the municipal wastewater industry, 2 years experience with construction contract administration, have supervisory experience, be active in a wastewater industry organization, and active in a local civic organization. A Bachelor of Science in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering is required. A Professional Engineer License in the State of Illinois, or the ability to obtain a license within one (1) year of employment is required. IEPA Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certification in any grade within one (1) year of employment is preferred. Residency within 25 miles of the office is preferred.

Salary Range: $65,000 to $90,000 dependent on experience and qualifications Applications may be obtained at www.wsd.dst.il.us (under downloads) or at the Administration Office of Wheaton Sanitary District. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of subsequent paperwork, background check, drug screening and physical. Open Until Filled.

Send application, resume, and references to:
Wheaton Sanitary District
P.O. Box 626
1 South 649 Shaffner Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Fax: 630.668.5536

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wheaton Sanitary District has an immediate full-time opening for a Laboratory Analyst. 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday, with alternate holiday work required. Responsibilities include: routine analyses of wastewater, analyses of biosolids, sample collection, record keeping, maintenance, and cleaning. Position reports to the chemist. Safety rules and analyses procedures must be followed.

Qualified candidates should possess a degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, a municipal wastewater operator’s license, or wastewater engineering degree. Desire to learn and ability to multi-task is a requisite. Salary range is from $35,000 to $50,000, plus benefits, and is dependent on qualifications.

Applications may be obtained at www.wsd.dst.il.us (under downloads) or at the Administration Office of Wheaton Sanitary District. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of subsequent paperwork, background check, drug screening and physical. Open Until Filled.

Send application and resume to:

Wheaton Sanitary District
P.O. Box 626
1 South 649 Shaffner Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Fax: 630.668.5536

• Minimum of five years experience in wastewater treatment plant and potable water supply operations and maintenance, including experience with lift station and water production operations.
• Minimum of three years experience in a supervisory or lead capacity involving water and wastewater systems and operations.
• Possession of a Class I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s License and a Class “C” Public Water Supply Operator Certificate is highly preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.

• Exposure to noise, rotating machinery, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil, dust, fumes and temperature extremes.
• Occasional lifting to 25 lbs. and ability to maneuver on catwalks, ladders and in manholes.
• Position maintains 24-hour on-call availability for emergency situations.

Salary DOQ. Full-time position with excellent benefits.

Complete and send City of Elmhurst application and resume to: City of Elmhurst, Human Resources, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126. Fax: (630) 530-3311. Applications can be obtained at www.elmhurst.org or Elmhurst City Hall. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a background check, drug screen and physical. Open Until Filled

The City provides equal opportunity and offers reasonable accommodations in all programs and employment

Description
 Executes complex assignments requiring the use of advanced techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment and/or technological methods.  May develop and evaluate plans for major projects.  May assess feasibility or soundness of proposed applications when data is insufficient or testing is advisable.  May coordinate departmental or divisional project studies, reports or project design assignments. Progressive design and project management responsibilities.  Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members. Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel.   Some marketing responsibilities. Experience in water, wastewater and water resources projects required.

Qualifications
 BSCE from accredited program.  Minimum 7 years related experience (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience). Excellent written & verbal communication skills.  Strong analytical and problem solving skills. This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.  Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered. Professional Engineer preferred. If interested, please contact Kim @ 888-430-2224 or eng@qualstaff.com.

Overview:
We are looking for leaders to join us and become a part of our growing water/wastewater leadership team. We currently have an excellent opportunity for a senior level water/wastewater engineer in the Ft. Worth/Dallas Metroplex. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate to help build our water/wastewater practice. If you are an excellent water/wastewater engineer who would like to build on your existing client relationships and ultimately manage a practice with a well respected firm, this position may be right for you. This opportunity involves project management, client development and marketing for municipal water/wastewater design projects including pump stations, conveyance systems and treatment facilities.

The successful candidate will be comfortable and experienced in interacting with clients, developing proposals that will assist in shaping the direction of our local water/wastewater practice.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will be a senior level civil engineer with 15 years of wide range experience in water/wastewater planning and design including pump station, conveyance and treatment. The ideal candidate will possess a P.E. registration; Texas preferred. Experience in municipal utilities engineering/design with 5 years minimum in the DFW Metroplex is required. A successful track record of working with municipal clients, current membership in local professional organizations, and demonstrated ability to develop and execute work is a must. If interested, please contact Kim @ 888-430-2224 or eng@qualstaff.com.

Responsibilities
Develops, plans, coordinates and directs the engineering work for a major project, or several smaller, but complex projects, or for the design within a specific discipline. This includes work assignments, staffing, scheduling and review. Develops or evaluates plans/criteria or special analyses required in support of the engineering effort. Develops new or improved techniques or procedures for application in unique engineering. Coordinates the design of assigned systems or projects with personnel and client management.  Maintains engineering records, lists and reports as required to ensure compliance with the client's schedule, adherence to the budget, adherence to procurement specification, or to ensure engineering problems are monitored and resolved.  Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Qualifications
BS degree, MS degree preferred.  PE required.
Eight years performing engineering related duties is required.
Experience in Water & Wastewater projects for municipalities and industry.
Experience in directing engineering work for a major project, or several smaller but complex projects.
Software skills desired: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Graphics, Microsoft Project.
If interested, please contact Kim @ 888-430-2224 or eng@qualstaff.com.

Responsibilities
Duties:  perform engineering tasks in the water and wastewater industry, including studies and design of treatment works, pumping stations, wastewater collection systems and drinking water distribution systems.  Relative to treatment works, responsibilities will include preparation of the conceptual design memorandum and civil/mechanical layout of treatment works where the process design is done by others.  This will include layout and design of site work, piping systems, treatment process structures, architectural structures, pump and piping systems, and other mechanical, physical, and chemical treatment processes, and development of specifications and drawings.  Collection and distribution system design tasks will include preparation of the conceptual design memorandum, sizing of facilities, pipeline routing, piping and valve design, layout of structures,  development of material and equipment specifications and design drawings. Pumping station design responsibilities will include development of the conceptual design memorandum, siting of facilities, layout of buildings and structures, sizing of pumping equipment,  piping and valves and development of specifications and design drawings.  Will be responsible for the following: prepare basic engineering calculations, following standard methods, and principals used in similar engineering analyses; perform basic equipment selection research and develop recommendations with supportive materials; prepare documents, specifications and drawings; check manufacturers' drawings, logic diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagram drawings; maintain engineering records and lists as required; prepare basic design sketches and preliminary layouts for drafting and incorporation into final plans; provide general marketing support; and assist in preparing applications for regulatory agency permits related to these facilities."

Qualifications
Requirements:  BSCE plus three years related experience, or in the alternative, Masters degree in Civil Engineering plus two years related experience.  Must have experience in or knowledge of design of treatment works, pumping stations, wastewater collection systems and drinking water distribution systems. Must be able to work extensively in Excel and Word as well as other design aid software.  Must be EIT eligible.

If interested, please contact Kim @888-430-2224 or eng@qualstaff.com.