Wastewater Operator A 6 - 2nd shift - New Holland Plant

Tyson•New Holland, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Operator A 6 operates and maintains wastewater treatment-related systems at the New Holland Plant. Duties may include wastewater analysis laboratory operations; wastewater collection system maintenance; pretreatment and full treatment system operations and maintenance; or work with other water or wastewater treatment systems. The operator collects samples, conducts chemical analyses, adjusts systems based on results, makes decisions to maintain regulatory compliance, completes calculations and computerized reports, maintains logs, and communicates operational status to management. The position may also involve equipment maintenance and operating a spotter truck and/or forklift. The job is on second shift. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills, including knowledge of Word and Excel.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to successfully complete a storm water training program selected by site management within 30 days.
Ability to complete Industrial Waste Treatment Volume I and Volume II correspondence courses through California State University Sacramento within 12 months.
Ability to obtain the lowest grade certification within 12 months or in accordance with state regulations.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting 50–75 pounds and climbing or descending stairs or ladders.
Obtain and maintain HAZ-MAT training.
Travel 1 to 2 trips per year.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of wastewater experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate a wastewater analysis laboratory and/or wastewater collection, pretreatment, full treatment, or other water and wastewater treatment systems.
Collect samples for analysis in accordance with applicable EPA, state, and health department regulations.
Perform chemical analyses in laboratory and non-laboratory settings.
Adjust systems based on interpretation of chemical analysis results and make decisions to maintain regulatory compliance.
Perform mathematical calculations using basic algebraic formulas and a calculator.
Complete computerized reports and compile information for monthly permit, state authority, EPA, or corporate reports.
Use basic organizational, mechanical, and electrical wiring skills.
Communicate current operational status to upper management and maintain operations logs.
Perform minor to major equipment maintenance.
Operate a spotter truck and/or forklift.
Complete storm water training and specified wastewater treatment courses and certification within required timeframes.
Perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing or descending stairs or ladders, groundskeeping, painting, housekeeping, and working in unsanitary or hazardous-chemical conditions.