Waste water operator job description
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Example waste water operator requirements on a job description
Waste water operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in waste water operator job postings.
Sample waste water operator requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
- Current state issued driver’s license
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs
Sample required waste water operator soft skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Familiarity with safety protocols and guidelines
Waste water operator job description example 1
Mountaire Farms waste water operator job description
A Wastewater Level C Operator currently holds a Level I license ( May be in process of certification; employment is conditional on passing certification test.) Will have at least one year of acceptable operating experience. Operates mostly under supervision.
**Duties/Activities Required by Job**
+ Supervised Operation of the Water Treatment system
+ Adhere to all safety requirements, including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions. Lock out Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related matters.
+ Assists with Compliance Recordkeeping
+ Perform process control lab work
+ Maintenance of wastewater equipment
**Educations/Experience Requirements**
+ HS Diploma or equivalency
+ 1 year of acceptable operating experience
+ Active WW license Level I; may be scheduled or pending at management discretion.
**ABOUT US**
Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we've operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.
**ABOUT THE TEAM**
**Mountaire Overview**
Mountaire Corporation and its two operating affiliates, Mountaire Farms Inc. and Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc. (collectively, "Mountaire Farms" or "Mountaire"), are agricultural food production and processing companies providing competitive jobs to almost 10,000 dedicated employees at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that's the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.
**Total Compensation**
Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement at up to $6,000 annually, and many exciting career development programs!
**Duties/Activities Required by Job**
+ Supervised Operation of the Water Treatment system
+ Adhere to all safety requirements, including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions. Lock out Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related matters.
+ Assists with Compliance Recordkeeping
+ Perform process control lab work
+ Maintenance of wastewater equipment
**Educations/Experience Requirements**
+ HS Diploma or equivalency
+ 1 year of acceptable operating experience
+ Active WW license Level I; may be scheduled or pending at management discretion.
**ABOUT US**
Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we've operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.
**ABOUT THE TEAM**
**Mountaire Overview**
Mountaire Corporation and its two operating affiliates, Mountaire Farms Inc. and Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc. (collectively, "Mountaire Farms" or "Mountaire"), are agricultural food production and processing companies providing competitive jobs to almost 10,000 dedicated employees at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that's the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.
**Total Compensation**
Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement at up to $6,000 annually, and many exciting career development programs!
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Waste water operator job description example 2
Aramark waste water operator job description
Signing Bonus $3000.00!
Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.
Great benefit packaged!
+ Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Conducts hourly checks, observations, and necessary adjustments to assure proper operation of wastewater equipment; Performs chemical adjustments and calibrations to effectively maintain efficient treatment of water; Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process; Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware; Performs sample collection, completes appropriate data sheets, and assures all regulatory documentation is submitted to agency; Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities; Other duties as assigned.
+ Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude; Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques; Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment Aplus and required codes; Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions; Good verbal and/or written communication skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to meet attendance schedule.
+ Working Environment/Safety Requirements:
Work is performed in a warehouse setting some exposures to extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise. Work is based on a shift schedule. Overtime available as needed. Physical Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs; Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting; Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations; Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.
Required Experience:
+ MA. Grade 2 or higher Industrial Wastewater license
+ Displays mechanical and electrical aptitude
+ Possesses knowledge of required codes.
+ Proficiency in state and local laws pertaining to job function.
+ License Requirements/ Certifications:
+ Accepting all type of license
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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ARAMARK is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Aramark will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance ordinance.
Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.
Great benefit packaged!
+ Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Conducts hourly checks, observations, and necessary adjustments to assure proper operation of wastewater equipment; Performs chemical adjustments and calibrations to effectively maintain efficient treatment of water; Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process; Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware; Performs sample collection, completes appropriate data sheets, and assures all regulatory documentation is submitted to agency; Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities; Other duties as assigned.
+ Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude; Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques; Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment Aplus and required codes; Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions; Good verbal and/or written communication skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to meet attendance schedule.
+ Working Environment/Safety Requirements:
Work is performed in a warehouse setting some exposures to extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise. Work is based on a shift schedule. Overtime available as needed. Physical Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs; Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting; Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations; Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.
Required Experience:
+ MA. Grade 2 or higher Industrial Wastewater license
+ Displays mechanical and electrical aptitude
+ Possesses knowledge of required codes.
+ Proficiency in state and local laws pertaining to job function.
+ License Requirements/ Certifications:
+ Accepting all type of license
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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ARAMARK is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Aramark will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance ordinance.
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Waste water operator job description example 3
Veolia Environmental Services North America waste water operator job description
Waste Water OperatorinSan Diego, CAatVeolia North America
**Date Posted:** 10/10/2022
**Job Snapshot**
+ **Employee Type:** Full-Time
+ **Location:** San Diego, CA
+ **Job Type:** Engineering
+ **Experience:** Not Specified
+ **Date Posted:** 10/10/2022
**Job Description**
Company Description
Veolia Group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 220,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group provided 79 million inhabitants with drinking water and 61 million with sanitation, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 28,508 billion euros in 2021. www.veolia.com (\)
Job Description
The Wastewater Operator operates and maintains sludge, dewatering treatment, processing, disposal, and testing equipment in a wastewater treatment facility to meet permit requirements.
**PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:**
1. Tends automatic and semi-automatic machines and related equipment including pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, chemical feed and odor control, and vacuum filters used to decontaminate waste water by settling, aeration, and sludge digestion.
2. Monitors control panels and adjust valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate flow.
3. Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures, and related controls through the instrument panels, computer terminals, and programmable logic control units in the assigned area.
4. Monitors and records operating conditions observations and data in area shift log.
5. Ensures conformance to process specifications. Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor and take corrective actions.
6. Performs routine and preventative maintenance and maintenance-related items as assigned. To include manual labor filling and emptying of machine bins and cleaning equipment, facilities, and grounds as required. Practices good housekeeping in assigned areas and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
7. Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
8. Performs field tests (chemical, physical and biological) in order to pace chemical dosages
for process and odor control units or alter unit processes.
9. Samples wastewater, sludge, and gases (odor control, digester, etc.) according to schedule.
10. Prepares chemical solutions and services automatic samplers.
11. Monitors process chemical supplies and recommends reorder.
12. Performs routine lab tests, and routine instrument calibration for portable meters including, but not limited to, dissolved oxygen, pH, H2S, percent oxygen, and lower explosive limit.
Qualifications
**Education / Experience/ Background**
● CA SWRCB Grade I or above Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Certification
**Knowledge / Skills / Abilities**
● Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process,
safety, and quality instructions). The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
● Must demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume
additional or new responsibilities readily.
● Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call as required by the site.
● Knowledge and skills in the processes and methods of wastewater treatment, bio-solids
handling programs, air emissions systems and standards, laboratory standard methods
for water and wastewater, and operation and maintenance procedures for related
equipment.
● Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws pertaining to wastewater treatment
facilities with an NPDES permit.
● Ability to handle emergency situations with proper training.
● Ability to provide first aid, CPR, and use SCBA equipment.
● Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
● Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with clients, the public, and
employees
● Ability to organize and manage assigned work tasks, respond appropriately to
emergency situations, and accurately record facility readings, incidents, etc.
● Ability to operate within a team atmosphere including direction of staff assigned to the
Shift Supervisor's work shifts.
● Ability to shift priorities frequently and effectively perform under pressure.
● Ability to operate a computer, typewriter, and other office machines as needed. Skills in
Microsoft Office Suite and SCADA systems.
● Ability to work a 10 or 12-hour shift schedule which involves night and weekend work.
**Required Certification / Licenses / Training**
●Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
●Must be able to pass a drug test and a criminal background check.
Additional Information
VNA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. VNA's practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person's sex, race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group status as defined by applicable law. VNA gives fair consideration to all qualified individuals and affords all employees and applicants opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities without regard to membership in any applicable protected category. No opportunity for hire, advancement or any other condition of employment will be diminished through unlawful discriminatory practices.
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
**Date Posted:** 10/10/2022
**Job Snapshot**
+ **Employee Type:** Full-Time
+ **Location:** San Diego, CA
+ **Job Type:** Engineering
+ **Experience:** Not Specified
+ **Date Posted:** 10/10/2022
**Job Description**
Company Description
Veolia Group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 220,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group provided 79 million inhabitants with drinking water and 61 million with sanitation, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 28,508 billion euros in 2021. www.veolia.com (\)
Job Description
The Wastewater Operator operates and maintains sludge, dewatering treatment, processing, disposal, and testing equipment in a wastewater treatment facility to meet permit requirements.
**PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:**
1. Tends automatic and semi-automatic machines and related equipment including pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, chemical feed and odor control, and vacuum filters used to decontaminate waste water by settling, aeration, and sludge digestion.
2. Monitors control panels and adjust valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate flow.
3. Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures, and related controls through the instrument panels, computer terminals, and programmable logic control units in the assigned area.
4. Monitors and records operating conditions observations and data in area shift log.
5. Ensures conformance to process specifications. Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor and take corrective actions.
6. Performs routine and preventative maintenance and maintenance-related items as assigned. To include manual labor filling and emptying of machine bins and cleaning equipment, facilities, and grounds as required. Practices good housekeeping in assigned areas and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
7. Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
8. Performs field tests (chemical, physical and biological) in order to pace chemical dosages
for process and odor control units or alter unit processes.
9. Samples wastewater, sludge, and gases (odor control, digester, etc.) according to schedule.
10. Prepares chemical solutions and services automatic samplers.
11. Monitors process chemical supplies and recommends reorder.
12. Performs routine lab tests, and routine instrument calibration for portable meters including, but not limited to, dissolved oxygen, pH, H2S, percent oxygen, and lower explosive limit.
Qualifications
**Education / Experience/ Background**
● CA SWRCB Grade I or above Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Certification
**Knowledge / Skills / Abilities**
● Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process,
safety, and quality instructions). The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
● Must demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume
additional or new responsibilities readily.
● Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call as required by the site.
● Knowledge and skills in the processes and methods of wastewater treatment, bio-solids
handling programs, air emissions systems and standards, laboratory standard methods
for water and wastewater, and operation and maintenance procedures for related
equipment.
● Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws pertaining to wastewater treatment
facilities with an NPDES permit.
● Ability to handle emergency situations with proper training.
● Ability to provide first aid, CPR, and use SCBA equipment.
● Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
● Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with clients, the public, and
employees
● Ability to organize and manage assigned work tasks, respond appropriately to
emergency situations, and accurately record facility readings, incidents, etc.
● Ability to operate within a team atmosphere including direction of staff assigned to the
Shift Supervisor's work shifts.
● Ability to shift priorities frequently and effectively perform under pressure.
● Ability to operate a computer, typewriter, and other office machines as needed. Skills in
Microsoft Office Suite and SCADA systems.
● Ability to work a 10 or 12-hour shift schedule which involves night and weekend work.
**Required Certification / Licenses / Training**
●Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
●Must be able to pass a drug test and a criminal background check.
Additional Information
VNA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. VNA's practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person's sex, race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group status as defined by applicable law. VNA gives fair consideration to all qualified individuals and affords all employees and applicants opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities without regard to membership in any applicable protected category. No opportunity for hire, advancement or any other condition of employment will be diminished through unlawful discriminatory practices.
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Updated March 14, 2024