Waste Water Treatment Operator

BWXT•Jonesborough, TN

3d•$29 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

As our Wastewater Treatment Operator at BWXT Ordnance Tennessee in Jonesborough, Tennessee (NOGJ), you will perform tasks related to the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment System and the Sanitary Sewer Treatment System. Work involves responsibility for the technical aspects of the plant operations and compliance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations. This position requires the operator to gain a thorough working knowledge of the operation, methods, and procedures of the wastewater and sewer treatment systems, along with a thorough working knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Regulations governing wastewater and sewer treatment.

Requirements

Requires a Associate’s degree and six (6) years of directly related experience or Bachelor’s degree with three (3) years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in an industrial environment deemed sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of this position
Waste Water Treatment certification from the State of Tennessee strongly preferred
If not currently certified, require the ability to gain a Waste Water Treatment Certification with the State of Tennessee
Experience with radioactive materials preferred
Knowledge of local, state and federal codes, regulations and procedures regarding wastewater treatment, control, and discharge of industrial waste
Principles of reporting recordkeeping, knowledge of basic computer systems and application software
Ability to operate, inspect and maintain equipment used for water treatment operations
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal with others
Ability to follow and comply with safety requirements
Ability to recognize, perceive and react appropriately to situations involving health and safety or hazardous conditions
Ability to read, interpret and follow policies, procedures, instructions, codes, manuals and job-related materials
Understand basic principles of record keeping and be able to maintain and update records appropriately
Knowledge and ability to perform preventive and routine maintenance on both wastewater and sewer treatment equipment as required
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a forklift, tow motor or other motorized industrial equipment as required for this position
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) and/or Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance
All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening.
In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

Nice To Haves

Waste Water Treatment certification from the State of Tennessee strongly preferred
Experience with radioactive materials preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of operating the wastewater treatment system and the sanitary sewer treatment system
Perform all aspects of sampling, monitoring, parameter checks, testing, and reporting as required to maintain compliance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations governing the wastewater and sewer treatment processes
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct upset conditions, including both mechanical and treatment operations
Perform checks of the treatment processes to ensure proper operation and compliance
Read, interpret and apply NPDES permit and laboratory reports
Operate and troubleshoot evaporator systema and cooling tower systems
Ability to communicate both verbally and through written communications with Local, State, and Federal personnel
Prepare and submit written reports to regulatory agencies
Be available to respond to emergency situations