Wastewater Operator B 6 - 2nd shift - Chick-N-Quick Plant

Tyson Foods•Rogers, AR

About The Position

The Wastewater Treatment Operator operates, monitors, and maintains water and wastewater treatment systems that support plant operations and environmental compliance. Depending on facility needs, the role may include wastewater laboratory analysis and operating and maintaining collection, pretreatment, and full treatment systems. The position is based at the Chick-N-Quick Plant and is assigned to 2nd shift. The role requires collecting samples, conducting laboratory and field chemical analyses, interpreting results, adjusting treatment systems, keeping accurate operating records, preparing reports, troubleshooting equipment, and performing maintenance. The operator may also operate a spotter truck and/or forklift and assist with groundskeeping, painting, and general housekeeping. This hands-on job involves lifting 50–75 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders, and possible exposure to unsanitary conditions and hazardous chemicals. Travel is one to two trips per year. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with team members and management.
Basic organizational, mechanical, and electrical wiring skills.
Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting 50–75 pounds and climbing or descending stairs and ladders.
Willingness to travel one to two trips per year.
Complete a site-selected stormwater training program within 30 days.
Complete Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume I and Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume II correspondence courses through California State University, Sacramento, within 12 months.
Obtain the lowest-grade wastewater operator certification within 12 months or according to applicable state regulations.
Obtain and maintain required HAZ-MAT training.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of wastewater experience.

Responsibilities

Collect samples and perform chemical analyses in laboratory and field settings in accordance with EPA, state, and health department requirements.
Interpret test results, adjust treatment systems, and make operating decisions to maintain regulatory compliance.
Perform calculations using basic algebraic formulas and a calculator.
Maintain accurate operating logs, prepare computerized reports, and complete monthly reports required by permits, regulatory agencies, and corporate management.
Troubleshoot equipment and perform maintenance using mechanical skills and basic electrical wiring knowledge.
Communicate system performance, operating conditions, and maintenance needs to management.
Operate a spotter truck and/or forklift as needed.
Support groundskeeping, painting, and general housekeeping to maintain work areas.