1st Shift Class 3 Wastewater Operator

Kubota•Gainesville, GA

21d

About The Position

At Kubota, the Wastewater Operator plays a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the wastewater treatment system at the Gainesville facilities. The role involves laboratory and field testing to support safe working conditions and high-quality output with minimal disruptions. Effective communication with co-workers, superiors, and other teams and departments is essential. The position requires maintaining the wastewater treatment system, supporting safety and quality initiatives, and completing related projects as needed. The employee must be able to meet the stated physical requirements, including working in extreme hot or cold conditions and completing a PFT and respirator fit test.

Requirements

Active Georgia wastewater treatment operator license (Industrial/Class 3 or greater).
English language competency and legible writing ability.
Basic math skills.
Basic chemistry skills.
Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-direction.
Ability to obtain Kubota LOTO and Confined Space Entry certifications within 90 days.
Ability to obtain Kubota sit-down forklift certification within 90 days.
Successful PFT evaluation or ability to pass the PFT requirement within 90 days.
HAZWOPER and DOT certification, or ability to obtain certification within 6 months.
Ability to work in extreme hot or cold conditions and stand for the duration of the shift.
Ability to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; ascend stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and talk and hear.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Must successfully complete a PFT and respirator fit test.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in confined spaces.
Experience conducting laboratory tests, including titrations and metal concentration tests.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain the wastewater treatment system.
Perform laboratory and field tests to ensure quality results.
Monitor, calculate, and adjust chemical dosages within the wastewater treatment system.
Assist with bulk and tote chemical loading and off-loading.
Assist with hazardous and non-hazardous waste collection, loading, and documentation.
Use power washers and other tools to thoroughly clean wastewater treatment equipment.
Conduct basic preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot pumps, tools, chemical streams, and other equipment to prevent safety, environmental, quality, or productivity issues.
Respond to major spills as a member of the spill response team.
Conduct periodic safety and quality risk assessments and lead or assist with corrective actions to lower risks.
Maintain a 5S-compliant workstation.
Support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.
Perform special projects and related tasks as needed.