Wastewater Treatment Operator

Clean Harbors•Cleveland, OH

2d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator in Cleveland, Ohio, to operate and maintain wastewater systems using safe operating procedures. The position works Thursday through Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with a four-day workweek. Training is Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The advertised pay is $22–$27 per hour, depending on experience and interview results.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Certification in wastewater treatment is preferred.
Three to five years of field experience may be considered in lieu of certifications.

Responsibilities

Follow company policies and processes and work safely, keeping health and safety as the top priority.
Collect water and wastewater samples according to proper procedures.
Inspect and maintain sewage lift stations and connecting piping.
Repair and maintain exterior PVC and HDPE utility piping according to best practices.
Install and maintain lift stations, piping heat trace, and insulation within the scope of the position.
Calculate flow rates, pumping times, chemical pump drawdowns, and other operational measures manually and accurately.
Perform routine laboratory process tests to optimize biological and other treatment processes.
Record readings on operations logs and spreadsheets, and assist supervisors in interpreting performance data and adjusting process controls.
Operate, monitor, and inspect plant process equipment, including pumps and motors, compressors, screens, overhead cranes, membranes, and chemical pumps, ensuring processes remain within specifications.
Interpret SCADA process-control and laboratory data against performance standards; adjust plant equipment as needed and advise supervisors or other operators when system conditions warrant.
Monitor and record unit-process metering devices using gauges, computer process-control systems, and other means; coordinate process-control adjustments with other operators on shift.
Maintain data for required reports for internal regulatory agencies and make it accessible to stakeholders.
Troubleshoot operational, biological, mechanical, instrumentation, and primary logic control (PLC) issues in water and wastewater treatment plants.
Stay current with changes to industry best practices, legislation, policies, and procedures.
Keep certifications and licenses in good standing and notify a supervisor of changes.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.