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.

$73,902 – $99,986

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.