Job Details

Filtration Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Filtration Specialist to install, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize filtration systems that support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role is ideal for a technically capable professional who can work with filtration equipment and related process systems in industrial, commercial, water treatment, air quality, or facility environments while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and service filtration systems and related equipment, which may include housings, pumps, valves, membranes, cartridges, separators, piping, gauges, and control components.

• Perform routine maintenance, filter changes, cleaning, calibration, and system checks to support equipment performance, product quality, and operational reliability.

• Diagnose filtration issues such as pressure loss, flow restrictions, contamination, leaks, system inefficiencies, or component failures, and implement corrective action as appropriate.

• Read and interpret technical documents, process diagrams, equipment manuals, specifications, work orders, and operating procedures to perform work accurately and safely.

• Collect operating data, monitor system performance, and document maintenance activities, inspections, test results, and recommendations for improvement.

• Assist with equipment startup, shutdown, installation support, commissioning, and performance verification for new or modified filtration systems.

• Work with internal teams, vendors, contractors, or customers to address filtration requirements, service needs, operational concerns, and technical questions.

• Maintain accurate service records, parts usage documentation, maintenance logs, and compliance-related records as required.

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety procedures, environmental requirements, quality standards, and company policies.

• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring system issues, process inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve filtration performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training, vocational education, or an associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, water treatment, environmental technology, HVAC, or a related field preferred.

• Previous experience with filtration systems, water treatment equipment, air filtration, fluid processing, industrial maintenance, facilities support, or related technical operations preferred.

• Strong understanding of filtration principles, process equipment, pumps, valves, gauges, flow and pressure concepts, and general troubleshooting techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret process diagrams, technical manuals, operating procedures, specifications, and equipment documentation.

• Knowledge of safe work practices, including PPE, lockout/tagout, chemical handling, confined spaces, or environmental procedures as applicable to the work environment.

• Ability to use hand tools, testing instruments, meters, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.

• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate with others.

• Relevant certifications or licenses may be preferred depending on the industry, such as water treatment, environmental, safety, or mechanical maintenance credentials.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and technically capable, with strong troubleshooting ability and attention to detail. They take pride in quality work, communicate clearly, and work effectively with others to support safe, efficient, and reliable filtration performance.

Work Environment

This role may support industrial plants, manufacturing sites, water treatment operations, air quality systems, laboratories, commercial facilities, or customer locations depending on organizational needs. Work may be performed indoors or outdoors and may involve equipment rooms, job sites, maintenance areas, on-call work, PPE requirements, and exposure to varying temperatures, noise, moisture, or process environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, role requirements, and individual qualifications.

If your background aligns with this opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application for consideration. A member of our recruiting team may reach out to discuss next steps.