- Assist in commissioning and all activities related to startup of the facility
- Perform daily activities related to the safe and efficient operation of the facility
- Perform all operational and minor maintenance duties.
- Maintain tidiness and general good housekeeping throughout the plant.
- Assist with the intake and record keeping of organic feedstock materials as required
- Monitor AD feeding, gas production, digestate production, wastewater treatment processes.
- Perform all duties related to the operation of the biological processes of the AD and wastewater treatment and make minor process control adjustments as required to ensure proper operation
- Perform regular checks of mechanical equipment, including pumps, mixers, screens, valves, boilers, gas equipment, etc. and determine the need to adjust, repair, and carry out basic service of equipment.
- Monitor chemical use, receive deliveries, and make minor dosing adjustments as required to ensure proper operation.
- Ensure the plant is operating within its parameters as related to health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Communicate with maintenance and biological support team to ensure efficient running of the plant.
- Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track and book work orders
- Other duties as assigned
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in the operation of WW treatment and / or AD facilities
- Possession of a MD 5A Wastewater certificate or have the ability to obtain one via reciprocity
- Knowledge and experience operating advanced wastewater treatment systems (BNR/ENR)
- Knowledge and experience operating a Membrane Bioreactor desirable.
- Familiarity with instrumentation and controls, and SCADA systems
- Able to perform basic water quality or other laboratory analysis
- Knowledge of the operation of solids dewatering equipment
- Knowledge of CHP, biomethane upgrading technology, flares, and gas blowers desired.
- Familiarity with pumps, compressors, agitators, de-packagers, conveyors, separators, etc.
- Experience in the safe operation of rolling equipment such as forklifts, front end loaders, skid steers, cranes, and manlifts, a plus.
- Familiar with PPE and general safe work practices related to Confined Space, Hot Work Permits, Respirator, Working at Height, First Aid, etc.
- Maintain a residence within a commutable distance of the facility to respond to emergencies within 1 hour if required
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely both orally and in writing
- Competent with technology and the Microsoft use Excel
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