Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN

SHIFT: 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM and Rotating Saturdays

REPORTS TO: MANAGER - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY

BENEFITS & PERKS – WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN

• Top Work Place Winner
• Weekly Pay
• Free Meal Buffet, Discount on JTM Products
• Free Uniforms, Shoe Allowance
• Free Gym Membership, Free Health Screenings
• Full Medical Benefits
• 401K/Profit Sharing
• Generous PTO
• Bonus Potential (Referral Bonus &Years of Service Bonus)

SCOPE – WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN

Serve as equipment operator for (2) separate industrial pretreatment plants on-site. Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of all treatment equipment, as well as other mechanical & electrical components. Monitor the entire industrial pretreatment system, collaborating with Operations, Engineering & Maintenance departments; to ensure wastewater effluent is compliant with City Permit limits. Receive and process up to 220,000 gallons of water per day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN

• Use a variety of hand and power tools, to perform routine and emergency maintenance tasks, including but not limited to troubleshooting & repairs of:
  • Pumps – centrifugal, air-operated diaphragm, rotary lobe, double-disc (mechanical seals, gaskets, impellers, etc)
  • Process piping valves (automated, manual ball valves, butterfly, etc)
  • Electrical motors (associated with pumps, mixers, etc)
  • Chemical dosing pumps (acid, caustic, polymers, etc)
  • Instrumentation (pH sensor, temperature probes, level sensors)
  • Various other mechanical components
• Serve as primary operator for ALL equipment components at each of the (2) separate industrial pretreatment plants. Major equipment listed below:
  • Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) equipment, primary pretreatment device
  • Rotary drum screen and solids compactor/auger
  • (4) different lift stations, associated pumps and piping/valves
  • Screw Press for de-watering sludge
  • Tricanter (3-phase) Centrifuge for separating pure oil for re-sale
• Proficiency in the use of wastewater treatment chemicals, including but not limited to:
  • Sulfuric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Polymers, Coagulant, Sodium Nitrate
• Must be able to record/log data accurately and understand trend-line displays, to ensure safe operating conditions are maintained.
• Must be able to navigate various HMI control panels to adjust setpoints, view tank levels, troubleshoot alarms, etc.
• Responsible for monitoring various bulk tanks, to ensure safe operating conditions are maintained, such as – level, temperature, pH, mixing equipment, CIP processes
  • 200,000 gallon EQ tank
  • 50,000 gallon sludge holding tank
  • 15,000 gallon centrifuge feed tank
  • 6,000 gallon sludge “balance” tank
  • 5,000 gallon coagulant chemical tank
• Must comply with all JTM safety policies, including but not limited to:
  • Chemical Handling & Storage
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Fall Protection
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Must understand JTM's spill policy, including how to respond to an uncontrolled release/spill (diking, containment, reporting, etc.)
• Coordinate with contracted waste disposal services for pick-up and scheduling.
• Must be able to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial boom lifts
• Must be able to perform daily cleaning tasks, including high-pressure washing floors, tanks, equipment components, etc.
• Must be able to climb ladders, work on elevated platforms, rake/shovel solid waste, occasionally lift heavy items (50-60lbs)
• Other duties and/or special projects as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

SUCCESS CRITERIA – WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN

• Safety/GMP/Food Safety/Quality policies followed
• BRC Compliance
• Reporting accuracy
• Waste water Treatment Policies followed 100%
• Attendance requirements met

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: - WASTE WATER TECHNICIAN

• At least 6 months of previous experience in manufacturing environment and/or maintenance operations
• Able to build strong relationships, provide customer service, and problem solve.

• Requires a High School diploma or GED
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions, and perform preventative maintenance/repair as needed.
• Ability to use Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required – arriving early, staying late and/or weekends.
• This position is an onsite position.

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets. We participate in EVerify.

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