Wastewater Operator

Tesla•Sparks, NV

About The Position

A Tesla facilities industrial Wastewater Operator has the responsibility to monitor and operate critical facility industrial wastewater treatment equipment. The Operator is also responsible for ensuring all facilities equipment is operating in the most efficient manner possible to ensure that Tesla facilities meet safety, efficiency, quality, and environmental targets that exceed industry standards.

Requirements

2 years of college/technical school or equivalent work experience, applicable documented Training and/or Certifications is a plus
Open to schedule flexibility that will allow for a variety of shifts (12 hours), including days, nights, or weekends as needed
Experience utilizing SCADA to monitor and troubleshoot advanced operating systems
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software suite

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor pumps, valves, compressors, storage tanks, filtration skids, and chemical injection systems
Collect wastewater samples, conduct routine analysis at various points of the treatment plant and make system adjustments to meet quality targets
Utilize control systems to monitor equipment, read and interpret charts, flow meters, and other system parameters to determine operating efficiency of equipment and systems
Troubleshoot operational parameters that fall outside of normal operating targets and set points
De-energize and isolate and prepare equipment for maintenance and construction work
Use hand tools to make minor repairs on wastewater equipment
Monitor and maintain inventory levels of resources and supplies used in the treatment of manufacturing wastewater
Required to work with and around hazardous areas and hazardous chemicals and materials
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 30 lbs. for up to 20 feet in distance, climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to wear a powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) while performing tasks for 4 consecutive hours, up to 12 hours per day

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program