DAF Operator (SugarCreek)
About The Position
The DAF Operator organizes and performs advanced service, repairs, troubleshooting, and overhauls on Tank Farm and Wastewater Treatment systems. Work must comply with federal, state, local, IIAR, and RETA codes and standards, company rules, PSM/RMP policies, safe work practices, and RAGAGEP guidelines. The role performs major repairs and overhauls, installs and replaces Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) system components and associated equipment, and uses system data to identify maintenance needs and improve procedures. The operator also supports contractor oversight and documentation, plans resolutions to system deficiencies, and provides technical guidance to other operators. The position requires understanding the operation and maintenance of DAF systems, lift stations, and associated equipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Two years of verifiable wastewater operation experience.
- Medical evaluation, physical examination, and pulmonary testing for Hazmat purposes before employment and annually thereafter; periodic testing may be needed when business circumstances require it.
- Skills to repair, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery.
- Ability to use critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Ability to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations and fill various roles on the emergency response team.
- Ability to work at heights and in dangerous places where balance is poor, specifically on a roof.
Responsibilities
- Fulfill duties described in the Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) job description and comply with its requirements.
- Execute repairs and major overhauls to system components and associated equipment using manufacturer recommendations and specifications or recognized good engineering practices.
- Understand electrical schematics, PLC control functions, and electrical distribution systems; troubleshoot root causes and determine appropriate repairs.
- Install and replace DAF system components and associated equipment within company guidelines.
- Analyze system data and trends to identify needs for increased maintenance frequencies or improved maintenance procedures and safe work practices.
- Assist department management with supervision and documentation of contractor activity and performance on or around process equipment.
- Plan resolutions to system deficiencies identified in tracking logs and maintain required supporting information and documentation.
- Provide mechanical and technical guidance to other operators to improve the department’s education, experience, and skills.
- Understand the operation and maintenance of DAF systems, lift stations, and associated equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
