Plant Operator Technician I
About The Position
This position is responsible for accepting sewage and FOG waste for disposal and maintaining equipment, disposal records, and operational logs at a septic and wastewater processing plant. The role operates equipment used for receiving waste and at the plant headworks, monitors manifests, and addresses deficiencies with drivers. It also includes routine equipment care, plant housekeeping, process instrumentation upkeep, and documenting plant operations and test results. The technician collects samples for in-house and external laboratory testing, records process parameters and discharge volumes, and hooks up and unloads tractor trailers and pump trucks as needed. The position involves working independently within established procedures, periodic customer interaction, and regular exposure to outdoor weather and non-hazardous fumes. The estimated hourly base pay range at posting is $24.00–$27.00; final compensation depends on factors including work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to successfully pass a drug screen, medical certification, physical exam, and road exams.
- Ability to work in a drug-free workplace.
- Ability to meet the physical demands evaluation.
Responsibilities
- Perform work with safety and compliance as top priorities.
- Work independently within established procedures for the job function.
- Monitor manifests and correct deficiencies with drivers.
- Operate equipment associated with waste receiving, headworks, and related activities.
- Maintain detailed operational and disposal logs.
- Monitor equipment for potential failures and make minor repairs or adjustments as needed.
- Perform plant housekeeping and cleaning.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs; identify and report potential issues to maintenance personnel.
- Calibrate, clean, and document process instrumentation, including conductivity, pH, and temperature meters and other instruments as needed.
- Perform and document daily plant process parameters, testing results, and discharge volumes.
- Collect samples for testing by in-house and outside laboratories as required.
- Hook up and unload tractor trailers and pump trucks as needed; conduct required sampling and testing and process disposal tickets.
- Perform other related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
