Waste Water Operator 1
Darling Ingredients · Ward
The Wastewater Operator controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. Performs tests, maintenance, etc. to ensure proper operation of all wastewater-related equipment. Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
- Proper operation of the evaporator.
- Proper operation of plant skimmer.
- Chemical inventory and addition throughout wastewater treatment processes.
- Perform wastewater test as needed.
- Proper operation of DAF
- Control flows throughout wastewater treatment processes
- Daily clean foot valves and flow meters at pump stations.
- Monitor MBBRs.
- Service and Lube pumps and gearboxes as needed.
- Help maintenance with projects or work in the area of responsibility.
- Monitor aerators and mixers.
- Proper operation of disinfection system.
- Proper operation of all scrubbers and ancillary equipment.
- Proper operation of cooling towers.
- Apply chemicals to sustain a minimum of a 24-hour period.
- Dumps a container of grease solids using a forklift.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 1-year prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
- Willing to obtain wastewater certificate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Must be a self-starter and stay busy with constructive work with little supervision.
- Good with math.
- Good oral communication skills.
- Good penmanship.
Working Conditions
Occasionally = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%
- Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold: Frequently
- Exposed to bio hazardous conditions: Frequently
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations: Frequently
- Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock: Frequently
- Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment: Frequently
Physical Demands
Occasionally = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position: Frequently
- Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location: Frequently
- Operates a computer and other office machinery: Frequently
- Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet: Frequently
- Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder: Frequently
- Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions: Frequently
- Frequently required to lift up to 10lbs
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