Waste Treatment Operator

Gorilla Circuits•San Jose, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Treatment Operator is responsible for processing hazardous waste according to Gorilla Circuits standards and applicable city, state, and federal requirements. The role operates the facility wastewater pretreatment system and treats wastewater from various processes by following established procedures. The operator tests and maintains wastewater pH in accordance with permits, tracks and records treatment results and daily activities, and reports abnormalities or potential issues that could affect the process or cause downtime. The position includes ordering, receiving, handling, and storing chemicals; using a forklift to unload hazardous materials and load hazardous waste; triple-rinsing chemical drums and contaminated containers; and segregating, labeling, containing, and preparing sludge and solid and liquid hazardous waste for shipment. The operator maintains cleanliness in the chemical storage area and waste treatment floor, performs routine maintenance on the waste treatment system and manufacturing process tanks, and assists maintenance staff and operators with preventive maintenance. The role also interfaces with and assists City, State, and Federal inspectors when they are on site. The operator must follow safety regulations, policies, and procedures; be able to read and follow work instructions; communicate effectively; and work in a fast-paced environment. Physical requirements include being able to wear a full-face respirator as needed, lift 50 pounds or more, and stand and walk throughout the day.

Requirements

High school diploma at a minimum.
Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions.
Ability to wear a full-face respirator as needed.
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the day.
Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

HAZWOPER training.
Forklift training.
At least one year of experience handling hazardous materials.
Previous experience and knowledge of chemicals.

Responsibilities

Treat wastewater from various process sources by following established procedures.
Test and maintain wastewater pH in accordance with permits.
Order, receive, handle, and store chemicals in their designated containments.
Use a forklift to unload hazardous materials and load hazardous waste.
Triple-rinse chemical drums and contaminated containers before moving them to storage.
Maintain cleanliness in the chemical storage area and waste treatment floor.
Segregate sludge and solid and liquid hazardous waste into designated containment, label it, and prepare it for shipment.
Track and record treated-water results and notify appropriate parties of abnormalities in the system.
Immediately report potential problems that could affect the process or cause unnecessary downtime.
Keep accurate records of daily activities.
Follow safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
Operate the facility wastewater pretreatment system.
Perform routine maintenance to ensure proper working conditions of the waste treatment system and manufacturing process tanks.
Interface with and assist City, State, and Federal inspectors when they are on site.
Assist maintenance staff and operators with preventive maintenance of equipment.