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Waste Water Operator 1

Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients•Strawberry Plains, TN

About The Position

The Waste Water Operator 1 controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. The role performs tests and maintenance to ensure proper operation of wastewater-related equipment and carries out other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 1 year of prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
  • Willingness to obtain a wastewater certificate.

Nice To Haves

  • Self-starter who stays busy with constructive work with little supervision.
  • Good with math.
  • Good oral communication skills.
  • Good penmanship.

Responsibilities

  • Properly operate the evaporator and plant skimmer.
  • Manage chemical inventory and add chemicals throughout wastewater treatment processes, applying chemicals to sustain a minimum of a 24-hour period.
  • Perform wastewater tests as needed.
  • Properly operate the DAF and control flows throughout wastewater treatment processes.
  • Clean foot valves and flow meters at pump stations daily.
  • Monitor MBBRs, aerators, and mixers.
  • Service and lubricate pumps and gearboxes as needed.
  • Assist maintenance with projects or work in the area of responsibility.
  • Properly operate the disinfection system, scrubbers and ancillary equipment, and cooling towers.
  • Dump a container of grease solids using a forklift.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Waste Water Operator salary in the US is approximately $62,000 per year, with a typical range of $47,000 to $73,000.
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