Wastewater Operator B 6

Tyson Foods•Newbern, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The 3rd Shift Wastewater & Drinking Water Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining wastewater treatment and drinking water systems during overnight hours. This position supports safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations by performing routine inspections, collecting samples, documenting readings, responding to alarms, and completing general maintenance duties. The operator will work independently during the assigned shift and must be able to make sound decisions while following established procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations. The operator will work solo for the duration of the shift. Overtime may be required as needed to cover absences, vacations, call-ins, or staffing needs for other team members. Must be dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must acquire and maintain both a drinking water license and a wastewater license within 2.5 years of hire or assignment to the position in order to fully qualify as an operator and secure the operator position.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision during overnight hours.
Ability to follow written procedures, complete logs accurately, and communicate issues clearly.
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn treatment system operations.
Ability to respond appropriately to alarms, process changes, equipment issues, and emergency situations.
Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed to support team coverage.
Must comply with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain required HAZ-MAT and Confined Space training.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to climb hills and climb and/or descend stairs and ladders.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment as required by the job.
Ability to physically lift heavy objects weighing 50–75 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold.
Ability to work around pumps, tanks, chemicals, wastewater, drinking water systems, uneven surfaces, wet surfaces, and operating equipment.
Ability to work with hazardous chemicals in accordance with required safety procedures, training, labeling, storage, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Ability to work on or inside a wastewater lagoon while operating from a boat or floating work platform.

Nice To Haves

Previous wastewater, drinking water, utilities, manufacturing, and/or maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor wastewater treatment and drinking water systems to support safe, reliable, and compliant operations.
Perform routine inspections of pumps, tanks, valves, chemical feed systems, piping, meters, controls, and related equipment.
Monitor operating conditions, gauges, meters, control panels, and alarms; respond promptly to abnormal conditions or equipment issues.
Adjust equipment or chemical feed systems as directed by procedures, supervision, or operating requirements.
Collect required wastewater and drinking water samples and complete routine field or laboratory testing as assigned.
Record operational data, meter readings, sample results, chemical usage, maintenance activities, and shift notes accurately and completely.
Perform basic troubleshooting and notify appropriate personnel when equipment, process, or compliance concerns arise.
Follow all safety, environmental, regulatory, and company procedures while performing assigned work.
Communicate shift status, issues, and follow-up needs clearly to supervision and incoming team members.
Perform lawn maintenance, including weed eating, groundskeeping, general housekeeping, and other routine maintenance duties as assigned.
Maintain work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.