Wastewater Treatment Operator

Ashland Inc. • Freetown, MA

1d • $35 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our ISP Freetown Fine Chemicals business at our Assonet, MA location. This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Manufacturing function. This position will report to the site Environmental Specialist.

Requirements

• Massachusetts Wastewater License 3-I (Industrial) [or higher]
• Perform material handling operations, including being able to become certified and operate a fork truck
• Heavy lifting and pulling (up to 50lbs)
• Climbing stairs and ladders (greater than 20ft high)
• Mechanical and computer aptitude
• Ability to flex schedule for shift coverage and be on call 24/7 for emergency response

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Municipal or Industrial Wastewater Plant
• Experience in a Chemical Manufacturing plant setting
• Knowledge of hazardous waste management and handling practices for a large quantity generator
• Knowledge of air permitting and air abatement equipment

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate and inspect the Wastewater Treatment Plant and processes both in the field and using the DCS (Honeywell) system to comply with city permit requirements
• Operate and maintain sludge removal and dewatering equipment
• Operate and maintain steam stripping equipment
• Operate and monitor the site’s main air abatement units to maintain compliance with state permit
• Assist with hazardous waste management and disposal on site. This includes loading of drum trucks and bulk tankers
• Sampling of wastewater discharges for monthly reporting
• Minor troubleshooting of equipment, pumps, valves.
• Ability to create maintenance work orders through MAXIMO system
• Complete monthly air monitoring of equipment and components to comply with site's LDAR program
• Interface with other site departments as needed to complete day to day operations

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus of $3,000
• Hourly Pay range ($35-$40)/hr.
• Comprehensive Benefit package, Medical, Dental and Vision starting on Day 1 for you AND your family.
• 401(k) plan with base contribution and additional company match with automatic company contribution equal to 4% of your annual pay, including overtime and additional 50/50 company match rate of up to 4% annual pay.
• 120 hours paid vacation (15 days)
• 8 paid company holidays
• 4 paid floating holidays
• Team recognition rewards, sponsored lunches and monetary incentives based on performance
• Referral bonus plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees