Wastewater Operator

Summary/Objective

The Wastewater Technician is responsible for the safe monitoring and treating of wastewater from process operation before discharging to city plant while maintaining compliance with city and state wastewater treatment rules and regulations

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Keep proper records

• Water sampling and testing as required

• Gather and submit water tests as required

• Maintain daily report

• On call as required

• Participate actively in meetings associated with modification of plant and plant equipment

• Make appropriate changes as required or recommended by plant designer and monitor

• Conduct self-inspections and audits of facility documenting results.

• Operate and maintain the overall plant

• Coordinate and participate in the maintenance of plant equipment

• Provide technical assistance to repairs being made documenting results.

• Write work orders for repair work needed

• Maintain plant in proper sanitary state

• Develop and manage repair parts for the plant

• Ensure plant equipment is functioning as designed

• Make recommendations to plant improvement

• Assist in recovery and cleanup when spills occur.

• Support the loading of sludge trucks

• Work with vendors on cost control

• Request pumps and valves that are not economically repairable

• Coordinate for area grounds keeping and vegetation control.

• Ensure exterior of the facility is maintained.

• Purchase raw materials required for the plant. (Nutrients, MagOx, etc.)

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

1. Must be at least 18 years of age

2. Must have an excellent attendance and punctuality record

3. Must show initiative and pride in work

4. Have the ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.

5. Must be able to work outdoors year round

6. Must be able to evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and operation problems common to the water/ wastewater systems

7. Must be able to benefit from maintenance/operational training classes

8. Must be able to meet requirements for State of Georgia Industrial Wastewater Systems Operator certification within 6 months of employment start date.

9. Good human relation skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player).

10. Commitment to Doehler and our mission.

11. Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings

12. Working knowledge of VFD’s

13. Ability to work safely with 120V and 480V systems

14. Demonstrated knowledge of 24vdc circuits and devices

15. Ability to use basic shop and hand tools

16. Knowledge of building services and control technology

Preferred Qualifications

1. Completed maintenance apprenticeship program

2. 2 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment

3. 3-5 years of experience as a maintenance technician

4. 1-2 years of experience as a waste water technician

5. Associates Degree in industrial Systems Technology or related discipline

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is occasionally exposed to wet, warm, humid and cold temperatures.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days can vary depending on production schedule.

Travel
Less than 10%

Safety/ Food Safety:

Döhler USA, Inc. is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment for all employees. It is the duty of all employees to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times. It is also the responsibility of management to do so. Employee should Comply with all policies and procedures, including safety, food safety/security and GMPs. Employee should report any unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or designated party.

AAP/EEO Statement
Döhler USA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Döhler USA, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Döhler USA, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Döhler USA, Inc.’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person