Water Treatment Operator - Days

Pilgrim's • Arcadia, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products. The Water Treatment Operator is responsible for the daily operation and upkeep of the Water Treatment Dept. This will include, but not limited to, daily operations, inspections, equipment monitoring, and preventative maintenance. This is a day shift position with a starting wage of $23.31/hour.

Requirements

• 1-2 years’ experience in the operations and maintenance of Water Treatment plants associated ancillary and auxiliary equipment and distribution systems.
• Must possess or obtain within 12 months of employment a Water Treatment Operator Certification.
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language in order to communicate well.
• Must have knowledge of maintenance/water treatment language and terminology to effectively communicate within the department as well as to technical persons over the phone.
• Show a comprehension of how to communicate effectively to individuals in a team setting.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to routinely step up and down 18 inches.
• Must be able to routinely ascend and descend a staircase of at least 20 steps.
• Must have ability to routinely ascend and descend a 10-step ladder.
• Must be able to lift, push, or carry up to 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in driving a tractor/trailer or yard truck preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing the tasks associated with the Water Treatment Operator.
• Loading and moving Bi-Product trailers and tankers.
• Serving as the daily point of contact for Bi-Product trailer deliveries and pick-ups.
• Filling out Bi-product Bill of Lading and attaching security seals where required.
• Cleaning the Water Treatment area and equipment.
• Monitoring Water & Waste Treatment control systems and recording devices.
• Conducting preventative maintenance.
• Reporting any mechanical or process breakages/deficiencies to the Maintenance Dept. for repair.
• Daily Monitoring/ Lab testing of Water Treatment Effluent for process control.
• Assisting with adjusting Water Treatment Effluent Process Control to stay within discharge limits.
• Operating and Maintaining Blood Trough.
• Daily testing and operational maintenance of Plant Water Softeners.
• Completing and organizing daily records and paperwork.
• Cleaning and organizing Water Treatment Dept./ work areas.
• Conducting snow removal according to plant needs as assigned.
• Performing other duties as assigned (assist Dept. projects, assist Yard, etc.).
• Assisting Water Resource Supervisor as needed.
• Assisting Maintenance in repair of department equipment and system as needed.

Benefits

• 80 hours of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
• Benefits at 60 days of employment
• 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Training provided with a trainer/mentor.
• Advancement opportunities
• Better Futures Program – 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
• Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed