Plant Operator Technician I - Plant Receiver

Description

This full‑time position is responsible for disposal acceptance of sewage and FOG waste and for maintaining equipment, disposal, and operation logs in a septic and wastewater processing plant. Wind River Environment LLC provides a full suite of services to business, residential, and municipal customers throughout the East Coast.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all work with safety and compliance top of mind.
• Work independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function.
• Monitor manifests and correct any deficiencies with drivers.
• Operate equipment associated with receiving, headworks, etc.
• Maintain detailed operational logs.
• Monitor equipment for potential failures and make minor repairs or adjustments as needed.
• Perform plant housekeeping and cleaning.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs on equipment, and identify and report potential issues to maintenance personnel.
• Calibrate, clean, and document process instrumentation (e.g., conductivity, pH, temperature meters) as needed.
• Perform and document daily plant process parameters, testing results, and discharge volumes, including collecting samples for in‑house and external laboratory testing.
• Hook up and unload tractor‑trailers and pump trucks as needed, conduct necessary sampling and testing, and process disposal tickets.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Work Environment

The role involves regular exposure to outside weather conditions and non‑hazardous fumes. The incumbent must be comfortable working independently and will interact with customers periodically.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully pass a drug screen, medical certification, physical exam, and road exams.
• Ability to operate in a drug‑free workplace.
• Ability to meet physical‑demand requirements.
• High‑school diploma.

Pay

Estimated base pay range: $17.00 – $18.00 per hour (at time of posting). Final compensation will be determined by factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.