Wastewater Operator

The Probst Group LLC•Richland, WI

68d

About The Position

About The Probst Group Although officially established in 2008, The Probst Group has been providing customized solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients for over 30 years. We take pride in our extensive experience in industrial wastewater engineering and operations. The Wastewater Operator supports both our customers and internal teams in the operation of industrial wastewater treatment systems. This role involves close collaboration with clients, regulatory agencies (federal and state), and various departments within The Probst Group. The Wastewater Operator plays a critical role in the day-to-day operation and preventive maintenance of treatment facilities. In addition to other tasks assigned by management, responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to respond within 30 minutes when on call
Valid driver’s license
Good problem-solving, communication, and troubleshooting skills
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to obtain Operator Certifications as specified by the local state requirements

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience in wastewater
Previous experience in maintaining industrial equipment
Previous experience operating skid steer and forklift
Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred
Hands-on experience with blowers, pumps, motors, and actuated valves, among others

Responsibilities

Participate in Weekly Level 10 Meetings
Collect wastewater samples for process monitoring and compliance
Operate equipment, read gauges/meters, and record data
Perform basic lab tasks with minimal supervision
Assist with maintenance and repair tasks as needed
Perform routine preventive maintenance with minimal supervision
Use the MaintainX CMMS system to manage maintenance tasks
Follow daily task lists provided by the site lead or manager
Enter data accurately into Excel-based data logs
Handle chemicals safely and adjust dosing per the supervisor's direction
Understand and follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Attend all health and safety (H&S) trainings and adhere to the H&S program
Safely operate (or learn to operate) power tools, forklifts, and scissor lifts under supervision
Conduct daily facility walkthroughs, complete documentation and checklists, and escalate concerns as needed
Use the SCADA system and make basic operational adjustments
Perform other duties as assigned