Wastewater Operator (2nd Shift)

About the role

Support the plant’s Wastewater Treatment System, including but not limited to operating and maintaining wastewater primary screening equipment and pre-treatment equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform operation and maintenance of the full treatment system.
• Operate and interpret results for pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and spectrographic analytical equipment, sampling instruments, and flow instruments in compliance with DeKalb County permit policy.
• Maintain and perform basic maintenance on pumps, motors, aerators, air compressors, pneumatic auxiliaries, belt and chain drive systems, digital and analog controllers and sensors, and electrical components.
• Complete and record maintenance tasks and work orders in a timely manner.
• Manage spare parts inventories accurately and ensure inventories are kept at required levels.
• Maintain the wastewater area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Properly maintain and store equipment and tools when not in use.
• Troubleshoot, identify worn parts, and rebuild machine assemblies, pumps, meters, valves, valve actuators, and other equipment.
• Participate in facility maintenance and preventive maintenance programs.
• Handle and use various chemicals with strict adherence to hazardous communication and SDS requirements.
• Transport totes, drums, and equipment with mobile equipment.
• Perform boiler blow down at the close of every shift.
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and ability to read, speak, and write English to assimilate, retain, and apply training and knowledge of job functions and recognize and communicate problems and solutions.
• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive experience as a Wastewater Operator.
• Wastewater Level 1 Certification required.
• Food manufacturing experience and familiarity.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multi-level personnel.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and convey complex issues.
• Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think quickly and handle frequent change or problems.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, quality-driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to train and work on various shifts.

Requirements

• Physical Demands: Frequent fingering, handling, repetitive motion of feet and hands; occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs; constant walking on normal surfaces; frequent standing, bending, climbing, and reaching overhead.
• Work Environment: Indoor and outdoor settings with exposure to high and low temperatures, loud noises, and various chemicals. Must be able to work in slippery, uneven, or confined spaces.
• Mental Demands: Interpret data, make decisions, organize tasks, problem solve, and manage time effectively.