2Nd Shift Wastewater Technician

Jbs Usa•Ottumwa, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

JBS USA is hiring a Wastewater Technician for its wastewater department in Ottumwa. The position works from 12:00 PM to midnight, Saturday through Monday, and is classified as non-exempt. The technician performs daily operational adjustments, operates wastewater equipment, records data, and helps with laboratory testing. The role requires obtaining an Iowa Grade 1 wastewater operator license within 18 months of starting.

Requirements

Good communication skills.
Previous experience is helpful but not required.
Mechanical skills.
General math skills.
Ability to use Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word for data entry.
Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised as required.
Ability to work outside year-round as needed.
Ability to climb stairs.
Good attendance record; internal candidates must have fewer than 3.0 points.
Must be able to obtain an Iowa Grade 1 wastewater operator license within 18 months.
External candidates are not eligible for sponsorship.
Applications must include a resume; applications without one will be disqualified.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience.

Responsibilities

Make daily operational adjustments in the wastewater area and operate equipment.
Monitor operating equipment and report equipment problems.
Record equipment data and enter environmental data.
Assist with laboratory testing.
Operate the sludge press.
Perform general housekeeping in the wastewater plant as needed.
Operate a forklift as needed.
Cover coworkers’ vacations as needed.
Work some holidays as needed, rotating with coworkers.