Wastewater Operator

The Wastewater Treatment Operator I plays a vital role in the day-to-day operations of wastewater treatment, performing a variety of duties related to the collection, treatment, and distribution of water and wastewater. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Teamwork and shared perspectives are essential to delivering the best outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Operate the wastewater treatment system in compliance with organizational discharge limits.
• Operate wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment to control flow and processing of wastewater.
• Monitor control panels and adjust valves manually or by remote control to regulate flow of influent and chemicals.
• Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret metered, gauged readings, and test results to determine load requirements.
• Start and stop pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of wastewater through filtering, settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes.
• Maintain log of operations and record meter and gauge readings.
• Assist with and monitor the load-out of sludges.
• Perform routine inspections of tanks and other associated equipment to ensure mechanical and physical integrity of the system.
• Perform preventative maintenance of wastewater plant equipment and basic troubleshooting of maintenance/electrical issues.
• Perform wastewater plant sampling of processes and complete analysis of samples.
• Monitor wastewater plant processes and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform sampling, filtration, and preservation of monitoring wells; conduct tests such as pH, turbidity, and chemical concentrations (bench testing).
• Perform wetland volume remaining inspections and accurately document findings.
• Operate and maintain power generating equipment to provide air and electricity for the plant.
• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies; immediately report any potential food safety issues to management.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Follow safety protocols: stop unsafe acts, obey facility safety rules, report hazards, and support safety policies and programs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of wastewater treatment experience or equivalent training/certification strongly preferred.
• Basic mechanical competency with standard wastewater equipment, including pumps and automation.
• Wastewater Operator Certification required by state agency or obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
• Functional and technical knowledge; ability to learn new skills quickly and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to apply logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Proficiency in basic math, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Basic computer operational skills; ability to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Able to exchange basic informational data, fill out forms/checklists, and read, understand, and explain technical data.
• Maintain updated knowledge of federal and state regulations, procedures, and standards.
• Exhibit a professional manner and maintain constructive working relationships.

Pay

Starting rate: $23.78/hour. Two pay increases within the first year, up to $1.00 increase. Double time pay on Sundays.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions.
• PTO starting on Day 1.
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Employee discounts.
• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance.

Schedule

6 AM – 6 PM.