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Senior Project Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$169 - $190/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Overview Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Senior Project Engineer to be based in the San Diego area to support our North City Pure Water Facility Project, part of the PURE program to upgrade San ...

GRIFOLS, S.A.

Stationary Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of water pretreatment and pure water production. * Good communication. * Ability to read and interpret equipment performance data. * Strong mechanical aptitude. Must be familiar with all ...

Grifols

Stationary Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$30 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of water pretreatment and pure water production. * Good communication. * Ability to read and interpret equipment performance data. * Strong mechanical aptitude. Must be familiar with all ...

Shimmick

Senior Project Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$169K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Senior Project Engineer to be based in the San Diego area to support our North City Pure Water Facility Project, part of the PURE program to upgrade San Diego ...

Shimmick

Senior Project Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$169K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Overview Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Senior Project Engineer to be based in the San Diego area to support our North City Pure Water Facility Project, part of the PURE program to upgrade San ...

Shimmick

Senior Project Engineer

San Diego, CA

$169K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Overview Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Senior Project Engineer to be based in the San Diego area to support our North City Pure Water Facility Project, part of the PURE program to upgrade San ...

NEWT Water Solutions Inc

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Field Service Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$88K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

POSITION SUMMARY The Field Service Manager is responsible for overseeing all field service operations related to the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of pure water systems. This ...

NEWT Water Solutions Inc

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Field Service Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$88K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

POSITION SUMMARY The Field Service Manager is responsible for overseeing all field service operations related to the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of pure water systems. This ...

Black & Veatch

Project Director - Water/Wastewater

Irvine, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pure Water Soquel Groundwater Replenishment and Seawater Contamination Prevention | Black & Veatch (bv.com) Key Responsibilities Establish and/or maintain relationships with our existing and ...

Black & Veatch

Project Director - Water/Wastewater

Irvine, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pure Water Soquel Groundwater Replenishment and Seawater Contamination Prevention | Black & Veatch (bv.com) Key Responsibilities • Establish and/or maintain relationships with our existing and ...

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What is a pure water?

A Pure Water job typically involves working with water purification systems, ensuring safe and clean water for various applications. Responsibilities may include installing, maintaining, and repairing filtration equipment, testing water quality, and following environmental regulations. These roles are found in industries such as municipal water treatment, manufacturing, and commercial water purification. Skills in plumbing, chemistry, and mechanical troubleshooting are often required.

What are the main responsibilities of a pure water technician on a daily basis?

As a Pure Water Technician, your daily tasks typically include operating and monitoring water purification systems, conducting routine water quality testing, and maintaining system components. You may also be responsible for documenting test results, performing preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. Collaborating with other technicians and communicating with supervisors about any issues or regulatory requirements is common. These responsibilities help ensure the consistent delivery of safe, high-quality water to clients or the facility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the pure water position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pure Water Technician, strong knowledge of water treatment processes, chemistry, and safety protocols is essential, often with a relevant technical certificate or experience in water purification. Familiarity with water filtration systems, quality testing equipment, and maintenance reporting software is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure safe and efficient operation of water systems, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service delivery.

Is water purification a good job?

Water purification jobs involve operating and maintaining filtration systems to ensure clean water supply, often requiring technical skills and safety training. These roles can offer stable employment with opportunities for certification and advancement in environmental or utility companies.

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Infographic showing various Pure Water job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

MWD Water Reuse Co-Op Intern - MWD - #721853572

CAL POLY POMONA FOUNDATION

Pomona, CA • On-site

$25/hr

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Description
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises Employment Services
ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
JOB POSITION: Part-Time, MWD Water Reuse Co-Op Intern
DEPARTMENT: Cooperative Education
DATE AVAILABLE: August 2026
WORK LOCATION: Pure Water Southern California, 24501 South Figueroa Street, Carson, California 90745.
ABOUT US: As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Foundation offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 Cal Poly Pomona students each year. The Foundation offers positions in various fields; whether it is in the area of technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality1500 management, leadership or research grants, these student employees participate in Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy and acquire practical skills in their designated field of study.
The Foundation also contributes operating support to nearly 1,100 Foundation and scholarship programs every year, including Bronco Athletics and the Norman J. Priest Scholarship. In addition, the Foundation administers grants and contracts, contributes to campus security, and supports several university publications. The Foundation contributes over $1 million annually to Cal Poly Pomona.
SUMMARY: The Metropolitan Water District's Water Quality Section is seeking one (1) Co-Op intern to join the Water Reuse and Process Development (WRPD) Team. The WRPD Team is responsible for operating and maintaining the demonstration plant for Pure Water Southern California (PWSC). This position requires a commitment of approximately 8-10 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Work should preferably be scheduled in blocks of at least four hours. During the summer months, work hours may be extended to up to 20 hours per week.
SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL GET TO DO (this is just a small sampling of work variety):
Under the direction of Water Quality (WQ) Technicians, WQ Specialists, and process engineers, you may perform the following:
  • Provide both field and laboratory support for the Pure Water Southern California Demonstration Plant.
  • Interpret process flow diagrams (PFD's) and apply this knowledge by reviewing the treatment process design and verifying and documenting treatment processes.
  • Assist with sample collection and preparation, water quality testing, data entry, general laboratory cleanliness, and organization.
  • Organizing and plotting datasets
  • Provide technical report writing, editing, and literature research.
  • Experience handling chemicals in the laboratory
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety practices
  • Experience following standard operating procedures
  • Experience using computer software in a Microsoft Windows environment
  • Familiarity with chemical/physical instrumentation and laboratory measurement techniques
  • Knowledge of general laboratory calculations
  • Self-motivated team player able to work effectively with minimal supervision

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited four-year degree program in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Environmental Engineering.
    • A minimum overall GPA of 2.5 in relevant coursework (i.e. chemistry, mathematics, physics, etc.) is required.
  • Sophomore, junior, or early senior status with approximately two years remaining before graduation is required.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: Any students driving their personal vehicles to Metropolitan work and project locations, including Union Station, must provide proof to the Foundation of a valid California Driver's License and personal automobile Liability Insurance as required by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles prior to beginning service with Metropolitan, if selected.
BACKGROUND CHECK POLICY: Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is committed to protecting the health, well-being, and safety of its campus community and assets. In furtherance of these goals, Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.
In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises will give an individualized assessment to any information regarding the criminal conviction history that the applicant submits for consideration such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate's conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for.
CSU along with Cal Poly Pomona Foundation strongly recommend faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare an exemption from doing so. The systemwide policy can be found at COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy and any questions may be sent to fdnhr@cpp.edu
Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.

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