Waste Water Operator 1

Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients • Ward, SC

9h

About The Position

The Waste Water Operator controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. The role performs tests and maintenance to ensure proper operation of wastewater-related equipment and carries out other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
• Willingness to obtain a wastewater certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Self-starter who stays busy with constructive work with little supervision.
• Good math skills.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Good penmanship.

Responsibilities

• Properly operate the evaporator.
• Properly operate the plant skimmer.
• Manage chemical inventory and add chemicals throughout wastewater treatment processes.
• Perform wastewater tests as needed.
• Properly operate the DAF.
• Control flows throughout wastewater treatment processes.
• Clean foot valves and flow meters at pump stations daily.
• Monitor MBBRs.
• Service and lubricate pumps and gearboxes as needed.
• Assist maintenance with projects or work in the area of responsibility.
• Monitor aerators and mixers.
• Properly operate the disinfection system.
• Properly operate all scrubbers and ancillary equipment.
• Properly operate cooling towers.
• Apply chemicals to sustain a minimum of a 24-hour period.
• Dump a container of grease solids using a forklift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED