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

Tyson Foods, Inc.•New Holland, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The MS-WWTO position may perform a variety of duties involving wastewater treatment and related systems. These duties may include operating a wastewater analysis laboratory; operating and maintaining wastewater collection, pretreatment, and full-treatment systems; or working with other water or wastewater treatment systems. The role includes collecting samples for analysis in accordance with applicable regulations, conducting chemical analyses, adjusting systems based on results, and making informed decisions to maintain regulatory compliance. It also involves completing calculations and computerized reports, preparing required monthly permit and regulatory reports, maintaining operating logs, communicating operational status to upper management, and performing equipment maintenance. The position may also operate a spotter truck and/or forklift. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Travel of one to two trips per year is required. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years of wastewater experience preferred.
Basic computer skills, including knowledge of Word and Excel.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Successfully complete a storm water training program selected by site management within 30 days.
Successfully complete Industrial Waste Treatment Volume I and Volume II correspondence courses through California State University Sacramento within 12 months.
Obtain the lowest grade certification program within 12 months or in accordance with state regulations.
Able and willing to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting 50–75 pounds, climbing or descending stairs or ladders, groundskeeping, painting, general housekeeping, and working in unsanitary conditions and with hazardous chemicals.
Obtain and maintain HAZ-MAT training.
Internal candidates: no written warnings within the previous six months; no written warning with suspensions within the previous 12 months; and fewer than five attendance points.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of wastewater experience.

Responsibilities

Operate a wastewater analysis laboratory and wastewater collection, pretreatment, and full-treatment systems, or other water or wastewater treatment systems, as assigned.
Collect samples for analysis in accordance with EPA, state, and health department regulations.
Perform chemical analyses in laboratory and non-laboratory settings.
Adjust systems based on the interpretation of chemical analysis results and make informed decisions to maintain regulatory compliance.
Perform mathematical calculations using basic algebraic formulas and a calculator.
Complete computerized reports and compile information for required monthly reports to permitting authorities, state authorities, the EPA, or corporate management.
Maintain operations logs and communicate current operational status to upper management.
Perform maintenance on equipment, from minor to major.
Use basic organizational, mechanical, and electrical wiring skills.
Operate a spotter truck and/or forklift.
Complete required storm water and industrial waste treatment training and certification.
Perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing or descending stairs or ladders, groundskeeping, painting, housekeeping, and working in unsanitary conditions and with hazardous chemicals.
Travel one to two times per year.