Wastewater Treatment Operator
About The Position
The Wastewater Treatment Operator operates, monitors, calibrates, and maintains wastewater treatment equipment and control systems. The position supports treatment plant performance and compliance by collecting samples, maintaining operational records, troubleshooting equipment, and managing chemicals and facility maintenance activities. It also requires communication with other departments and management, adherence to standard operating procedures and safety practices, and support for food safety and product quality in the designated area. This position operates in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse environment with wet conditions and possible exposure to dust, fumes, and cleaning chemicals. The noise level is moderate. Required personal protective equipment must be worn in accordance with OSHA regulations, including hearing protection. Work-related demands may vary. Employees regularly stand, walk, kneel, and bend throughout the shift, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, including above shoulder height.
Requirements
- At least 18 months of experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Ability to inspect equipment and troubleshoot potential issues.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write legibly to complete paperwork.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to follow and comply with all safety standards.
- Dependability and adherence to safety requirements, including wearing required PPE.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work as part of a team, multitask, and stay organized.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screens, including drug, background, and criminal checks.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly standing, walking, kneeling, and bending throughout the shift and occasionally lifting or moving 50 pounds, including above shoulder height.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the food and beverage industry.
- Five years of experience in a maintenance role.
Responsibilities
- Collect samples from influent flow, effluent flow, and operation basins to meet permit requirements and assess system performance.
- Maintain accurate records of operational parameters, daily activities, maintenance, and collected samples for compliance reporting and operational analysis.
- Troubleshoot and repair wastewater treatment plant equipment, including the plant drainage system, in cooperation with maintenance staff.
- Handle used oil, universal waste, and recycling for the facilities.
- Inspect facilities and assign preventive maintenance.
- Manage chemical inventory and work with the chemical supplier to improve chemical treatment and use.
- Communicate with other departments, management, and employees, and notify them of problems or concerns that may restrict production efficiency.
- Complete paperwork clearly, legibly, accurately, and with all required information; document information in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes using a continuous improvement mindset.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
- Follow required safe work practices, including wearing required PPE and observing confined-space safety, safe chemical handling, and fall-restraint requirements.
- Support food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality in the designated area, and immediately report related issues to management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
