Wastewater Operator SS (C Shift)

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Applies the correct chemicals in the amounts to the water; makes a chemical feed or air adjustment as needed based on test results and evaluation done daily.
• Performs tests for biological oxygen demand, total suspended solids, oil, grease, and the pH level.
• Takes water samples on a regular basis to compare with what the standard is and ships it to the appropriate testing facility as required.
• Completes weekly cleaning of the system; orders chemicals as needed.
• Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members.
• Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
• Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating Systems Principles and Objectives

• Familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Physical Activities

• Be able to stand for entire shift;
• Be able to lift up to 65 pounds;
• Be able to go up and down stairs;
• Be able to stoop;
• Be able to shovel;
• Must be able to tolerate temperatures of 95º at any given time in increments of 30 minutes to an hour;
• Must be able to tolerate temperatures of 32º at any given time in increments of 30 minutes to an hour;
• The working environment is wet, cold, hot and at times walking surfaces are slippery.
• Able to work in tight confined spaces.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Std waterproof gloves,
• Safety glasses,
• Gloves,
• Face shield

Travel

• Required to travel for classes, training and testing, with possible overnight stays.

Technical Experience

• Must be able to obtain and maintain wastewater license as per state requirements;
• Must have computer skills.

Industry Experience

N/A

Competencies

• Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team.