Operator - Level 2

Synagro; Street; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to manage and optimize the sludge dehydration process. In this hands-on role, you will operate essential machinery, monitor process parameters, and ensure the cleanliness of the facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability while enjoying a range of benefits, including paid time off and medical coverage. If you are physically fit and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this role could be your next career step.

Benefits

15 days paid time off

10 Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

RRSP with company match

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Operate equipment for sludge dehydration, ensuring efficient processes.
• Maintain cleanliness of the facility and perform minor equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate sludge dehydration equipment, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Record operational parameters and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Process Monitoring

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Rotary Dryers

Centrifuge Dewatering Equipment

Pneumatic Conveyance System

Chemical Feed Systems

Job description

Description

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off


• 10 Holidays


• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)


• RRSP with company match (fully vested upon hire)


• Career growth and promotional opportunities


• Tuition Reimbursement

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*

Responsible for the general operation of equipment involved with the sludge dehydration process, including dewatering, drying, lime stabilization, as well as truck and rail car loading. Operate and monitor any of the following pieces of process-related equipment or systems:

• Rotary dryers


• Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers


• Centrifuge dewatering equipment


• Polymer make down systems


• Reciprocating and Centrifugal Pumps


• Pneumatic Conveyance System


• Screw and belt conveyors


• Electrically and pneumatically controlled valves and sluice gates


• Macerators


• Chemical feed systems


• Batching tanks and dry bulk storage vessels


• Service air compressors


• Wastewater clarifier
  
  
  
  
  • Duties also include:
  
  
  
  


• Change reciprocating pump ball check valves


• Take sludge, filtrate, cake, and pellet samples


• Record flows, temperatures, pressures, etc.


• Maintaining process parameters within set guidelines and notifying the Chief Operator of upset conditions


• Maintain a clean work place


• Complete OSHA 30 Training

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of facility along with minor equipment maintenance and lubrication.

Job requires considerable lifting, climbing ladders, as well as other strenuous physical activity.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform other similar or associated duties as responsibilities necessitate or as assigned.

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