Wastewater Treatment Operator (SugarCreek)

Sugarcreek • Cambridge City, IN

4d

About The Position

Organizes and performs advanced service, repairs, troubleshooting, and overhauls of Tank Farm and Wastewater Treatment systems. Work must comply with federal, state, and local requirements; IIAR and RETA codes and standards; company rules; PSM/RMP policies; safe work practices; and RAGAGEP’s. The role also fulfills the duties and requirements described in the Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) job description.

The operator repairs and overhauls system components and associated equipment using manufacturer recommendations and specifications or other recognized engineering practices. The role involves understanding electrical schematics, PLC control functions, and electrical distribution systems to troubleshoot root causes and determine repairs; installing and replacing DAF components and associated equipment; analyzing system data and trends; assisting management with contractor oversight and documentation; resolving tracked system deficiencies; and providing technical guidance to other operators. The operator understands the operation and maintenance of DAF systems, lift stations, and associated equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two years of verifiable wastewater operation experience.
• Medical evaluation, physical examination, and pulmonary testing for Hazmat purposes before employment and annually thereafter; periodic testing may be required when business needs dictate.
• Skills to repair, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery.
• Ability to use critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations and fill roles on the emergency response team.
• Ability to work at heights and in dangerous places where balance is poor, specifically on a roof.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill duties and requirements described in the Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) job description.
• Execute repairs and major overhauls of system components and associated equipment using manufacturer recommendations and specifications or recognized engineering practices.
• Understand electrical schematics, PLC control functions, and electrical distribution systems; troubleshoot root causes and determine proper repairs.
• Install and replace DAF system components and associated equipment within company guidelines.
• Analyze system data and trends to identify needs for increased maintenance frequencies or improved maintenance procedures and safe work practices.
• Assist department management in supervising and documenting contractor activity and performance on or around process equipment.
• Plan resolutions to system deficiencies recorded in tracking logs and maintain required supporting information and documentation.
• Provide mechanical and technical guidance to other operators to improve the department’s education, experience, and skills.
• Understand the operation and maintenance of DAF systems, lift stations, and associated equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED