Wastewater Operator C 6
Tyson Foods, Inc.

Job Details:

JOB SUMMARY

JOB TITLE: Wastewater Operator 6

SUMMARY:

• This position is responsible for monitoring and operating all equipment in the wastewater process to maintain compliance with local regulations.
• Learn all jobs necessary to perform all positions at the Full Treatment plant.
• Assists team members in case of emergencies or during slack time.

• Inform supervisor of any mechanical breakdown or problem.

• Keeps work area clean and safe.

• Completes all necessary documentation.

• May perform preventative maintenance or maintenance on equipment in assigned work area.

• Perform laboratory analysis of wastewater by EPA & State approved methods.

• Maintains and keeps up-to-date process control results and required regulatory paperwork.

• Able to work on pumps as needed.
• Able to operate all pumps and complex machinery associated with the wastewater plant.

• Ensures discharged water meets EPA and government regulations.

• Monitor all wastewater equipment during shift to ensure system is operating efficiently.

• Uses chemicals to do analytical lab work, operation of processes.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Must be able to hear and respond to two-way radio.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders up to 25 feet.
• Willing to participate and demonstrates team effort.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to withstand heat, cold, inclement weather and odors.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to do a lot of walking.
• Must be able to operate forklift to help move equipment and unload chemicals.
• Must obtain Class 1 Industrial Wastewater license within first year (12 months) of hire date into MS-WWTO position.
• Must successfully complete "Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume I" and "Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume II" correspondence courses through California State University Sacramento within the same twelve months.
• Prefer minimum 6-months' experience in wastewater facility.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and some weekends in place of all other operators on all shifts and days.
• Must observe and comply with all safety and hygiene policies.
• loading and unloading supplies to wastewater plant including 55-gallon drums, bulk tank trucks, and full pallets of 50 lb. bags,
• help with loading wet/dry sludge into outside trucks,
• completing all necessary documentation,
• performing preventative maintenance or maintenance on equipment in assigned work area,
• assisting with plant clean-up on a continuous basis during your shift
• and all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills:

• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Requires specific state wastewater license (if applicable).
• Must obtain advance license through Tyson training courses or outside training.
• Ability to do basic math.

Education:

• Must have GED or high school diploma.

Experience:

• Prefer minimum 6-months' experience in wastewater facility.

Computer Skills:

• Must have basic computer skills and be able to input data into spreadsheets.

Travel:

• Must be able to travel occasionally to acquire wastewater training.

Other Requirements:

• None

POSITION REPORTS TO:

• Philip Mascarenas

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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