Wastewater Operator

Industrial & Anaerobic wastewater operator experience preferred with minimum Massachusetts Waste Water Certification Grade 5C with the ability to pass Massachusetts 6C exam within 6 months of hire. Operates and maintains a waste water treatment plant in accordance with relevant regulations; performs repairs and conducts preventative maintenance for equipment; collects samples and conducts laboratory tests; keeps appropriate records. Individual contributor that is fully proficient in applying established standards; knowledge base acquired from several years of experience in particular area; works independently; may instruct other para-professionals.

Essential Duties:

• Operate wastewater treatment and associated equipment

• Manage wastewater operations in an environmentally responsible manner

• Resolve minor equipment technical issues

• Maintain equipment and area cleanliness to ensure compliance with all GMP standards.

• Perform preventative maintenance duties

• Maintain accurate records and logs

• Conduct wastewater sampling and analyses

• Generate work orders

• Troubleshoot and correct problems during equipment operation.

• Comply with all standard safety practices, Company rules, and policies.

• Operate lift truck, electric pallet jack as needed.

• Complete and maintain accurate documentation/logs of activities during shift.

• Troubleshoot and correct machinery problems as related to utilities.

• Keep work area clean at all times.

• Perform preventative maintenance duties as required.

• Assist SES department in safety environmental and security issues

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to pay attention to detail.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions given in English.

• Ability to read and understand equipment operations manuals, basic electrical and mechanical drawings, and to perform minor maintenance tasks (after training) as related to wastewater equipment.

• Ability to cover varying work 12-hour shifts and overtime from 1st to 2nd shift to cover for staff absences in wastewater.

• Minimum 42 hours/week, Position may require employee to work various shifts and/or flexible hours.

Working Conditions:

• Work involves exposure to temperature extremes, indoor/outdoor transition, heights, high noise levels, and wetness, dust, moving equipment, vibrations and vapors.

Equipment Used:

• Common laboratory equipment, personal computer, forklift, hoist, hand cart, hand tools, measuring instruments, equipment operations manuals, and MSDS sheets.

• Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to safety glasses, steel-toed shoes and hearing protection.

Non-essential Functions:

• Travel to other locations.

• Explain and demonstrate job tasks to visitors.

• Order supplies and chemicals.

• Perform other duties as assigned.