Wastewater Technician

3D Corporate Solutions•Ward, SC

7h•$18 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

We are driven to create value with our pet food partners by providing safe, quality ingredients and innovative supply chain solutions. 3D Corporate Solutions prides itself on food safety and quality programs that are meticulously executed. Our partners receive only exceptional dried proteins, fresh/frozen ingredients, fats, and meals for their trusted brands. 3D was founded in 2002 as a marketer and logistics provider sourcing specialty, value-added pet food ingredients. Today, we are the leading manufacturer of protein ingredients used to make premium pet food. A division of 3D Corporate Solutions, our SC Pet Solutions, LLC plant is located in Ward, SC. We are currently seeking a Wastewater Technician on day or night shift with strong a strong mechanical background with the below qualifications. Here at SC Pet Food Solutions, working in Wastewater is a career. We will pay for your permitting, training and licenses. Pay is dependent on experience. The schedule will be a part of one of the below shifts as needed for relief: Hourly Rate=Trainee at $17.80/hr advancing up to $33.70/hr with completion of A certification Shift= Day (C shift) and Night (D shift) shift Summary Responsible for the technical aspects of plant wastewater operations, compliance with state and federal operating regulations. Work is performed with considerable independence under the direction of the Environmental & Land Manager, subject to review through testing and reports.

Requirements

Demonstrated skill as a forward thinker with an ability to learn
Problem-solving skills are a must
Ability to obtain or currently hold a Wastewater Operator’s A, B, C or D license
Experience in Wastewater
Demonstrated effective communication skills
Understanding of cause and effect of all downstream operations
Mechanical aptitude for machine operation
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as well as printed machine manual of operation

Responsibilities

Perform analyses, recording measurements/actions in applicable record logs.
Recognize unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions and be able to take immediate actions.
Able to troubleshoot and has a basic understanding of process flow and mechanical functions.
Familiar with basic chemicals, chemical compounds, and reactions.
Inspect equipment and perform routine cleaning/ preventive maintenance.
Keep work area neat and organized.
Monitor and regulate waste treatment discharge to align with all applicable regulations.
Ability to keep working relationships, communicate effectively and work with minimum supervision.
Experience in manufacturing environment for +1 year.
Assist in the maintenance, repair, and replacement of motors, pumps, gearboxes, pulleys, belts, and other parts of the wastewater process
Perform extensive and in-depth preventive maintenance inspections, checks, and services
Current license in biological wastewater treatment and/or the ability to obtain a license within one year.
Knowledge of process chemicals; dangers associated with safely handling hazardous chemicals.
Solid understanding of operation, methods, and procedures of waste treatment.
General arithmetic
Reach, grasp, lift 35 Ibs, and push/pull/slide heavy material
Make coordinated movements of the hands and arms to grasp and move objects.
Stoop, bend, squat, crawl, and climb