Wastewater Treatment Operator - Weekends

TTM•Syracuse, NY

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Focused on safety and environmental responsibility, the Waste Water Technician monitors and operates waste water treatment systems. The Technician is responsible for obtaining and reporting analytical readings, including water flow, metal concentrations, and pH levels. The employee is a member of the chemical management response team, handling chemicals, incidental spills, and chemical security according to internal, OSHA, EPA, DOT, and RCRA (Resource Conservation Recovery Act) regulations. The Technician is responsible for adhering to safety protocols, wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including the use of air respirators.

Requirements

Ability to understand and apply chemical processing guidelines, procedures, and environmental regulations.
Technical aptitude with a high-attention to detail and drive for action.
Able to be a positive team member while also working independently.
Must complete a 12-module hazardous material training program and certify as a forklift operator.
General computer skills and ability to update electronic records, enter data into systems, and send emails.
Able to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 50-pounds.
Able to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
Consistently meet attendance requirements.
Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
Comfortable working within a manufacturing environment that includes machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred.
1-2 years of waste water treatment experience preferred.
Experience within the aerospace industry or AS9102 is a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate the waste water treatment system which requires manual adjustment of flow valves and working with pneumatic pumps, magnetic drive pumps, and metering pumps.
Monitor, obtain samples, and report on the batch treatment process, making necessary adjustments to achieve acceptable content readings.
Enter data into the electronic system.
Transfer and remove chemicals from the production floor, ensuring proper disposal procedures are followed.
Immediately respond to incidental chemical spills, cleaning the location and properly disposing or processing all contaminated materials and chemicals according to environmental rules.
Complete site audits to ensure PPE and chemical safety compliance.
Patrol chemical storage areas, verifying proper storage procedures and ensuring accessibility protocols are being met.
Actively participate in new hire and continuous chemical, PPE, and hazardous material training programs.
Transfer chemicals within the site, utilizing hand trucks and forklifts.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), chemical handling, and hazardous waste disposal.
Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.