Waste Water Treatment Operator, 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Wastewater Treatment Operator I will perform a variety of duties in support of the wastewater treatment operation in the designated facility, to include the inspection, monitoring, and maintenance for the pump stations. This role is responsible for the general operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities including batch treatment of plating wastewater, operation of a filter press and calibration of pH meters. The operator will initiate corrective actions for equipment deficiencies as necessary, maintain records per prescribed guidelines, and use the AA for frequent analysis of treated wastewater. The position also involves maintaining inventory of wastewater process supplies and ensuring the wastewater treatment area is kept in good housekeeping order according to OSHA and environmental guidelines. Adherence to and promotion of all company safety rules and requirements is essential, with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Certification in Industrial Wastewater Treatment.
- 1 year experience working with industrial chemicals, or in metal plating environment.
- 1 year experience in Wastewater treatment operations.
- Valid CAD license.
- Knowledge of wastewater, water reclamation, and related treatment processes.
- Knowledge of methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance repair and operation of pumps.
- Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to troubleshoot a problem or situation.
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- English (reading, writing, verbal).
- Intermediate math skills (add, subtract, divide, multiply).
- Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holiday hours.
- Ability to legally work without sponsorship for employment visa status.
- Occasional bending, climbing, and twisting.
- Occasional usage of hands to grasp and manipulate objects, tools or controls.
- Frequent squatting, power grasping, pushing and pulling and reaching with hands and arms.
- Constant walking and standing.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Required to wear PPE (i.e. Face, foot, eye, hand, and/or hearing protection on plant floor).
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English Spanish) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- General operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities including batch treatment of plating wastewater, operation of a filter press and calibration of pH meters.
- Initiate corrective actions for equipment deficiencies as necessary.
- Maintain records per prescribed guidelines.
- Use the AA for frequent analysis of treated wastewater.
- Maintain inventory of wastewater process supplies.
- Maintain the wastewater treatment area in good housekeeping order according to OSHA and environmental guidelines.
- Adhere to and promote all company safety rules and requirements.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and systems involved in the wastewater treatment and associated processes.
- Perform scheduled lubrications, cleaning of channels, tanks, sumps, repacking of pumps.
- Return plant equipment and processes to operating status following shutdowns, power outages, etc.
- Calibrate chemical analyzers.
- Keep work records and prepare reports.
- Operate equipment such as forklifts, when necessary.
- Perform general cleanup of tools, equipment, and areas, such as spills, plating lines, hazardous waste, scrubbers, and waste water.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Equal opportunity employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
