DAF Operator

Jimmy Jazz; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jimmy Jazz is seeking a DAF Operator to manage and maintain the wastewater treatment system at our Charlotte facility. You will handle chemical dosing, sampling, and equipment monitoring to ensure permit compliance and safe operations.

The role requires 3–5 years in production or wastewater processing, with preferred wastewater and DOT/RCRA certifications. You will work Sundays to Thursdays, interface with vendors, and document daily activities and results.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in production/process area of specialty chemical products or wastewater processing.
• Wastewater Certification strongly preferred.
• DOT training preferred.
• RCRA training preferred.
• Plant operation knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment system.
• Take weekly inventory of chemicals for DAF operation.
• Coordinate with vendors to order chemicals as needed.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on the wastewater system.
• Monitor water treatment processes and inspect equipment regularly.
• Complete daily shift reports with readings and samples.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and respond to alarms.
• Work with EHS and third parties during sampling weeks.
• Ensure compliance with permit requirements and safety standards.

Skills

pH control

analytical skills

organizational skills

payment

procedures writing

reading manuals

team collaboration

independent work

problem solving

data recording

MS Office

Education

Wastewater Certification

DOT training

RCRA training

Plant operation knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Forklift operation

HMI control

Job description

• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

Shift: Sunday - Thursday: 1:30pm - 9:30pm
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works closely and communicates with production teams to ensure proper water treatment operation.
• Take a weekly inventory of chemicals that will be used to operate the DAF.
• Communicate with vendors to order chemicals as needed.
• Performs necessary and preventative maintenance to the wastewater system.
• Maintain and clean wastewater system and the surrounding environment to maintain its integrity.
• Monitor water treatment processes and inspect equipment regularly.
• Perform routine sampling of the effluent water to ensure permit compliance.
• Monitor and maintain daily flow readings.
• Work with outside vendors(s) to schedule and maintain consistent DAF sludge disposal.
• Be able to start and stop the process and equipment safely and without supervision.
• Interact with the HMI to control chemical dosing, operate equipment, and respond to alarms.
• Perform jar tests, as needed, to determine proper chemical dosing.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues as needed.
• Safely handle and store chemicals.
• Complete daily checklist for tasks pertaining to cleanliness and reliability of the wastewater unit.
• Complete weekly Tank 4-9 DMAPA scrubber sampling as well as dropping and recharging the scrubber.
• Complete weekly pH calibration.
• Complete daily shift report documenting critical events, totalizer readings, and sample results.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure washes are dropped to the proper tanks.
• Perform plant walkthroughs to ensure sumps are in good condition.
• Work with EHS department as needed for regulatory/sampling compliance.
• Coordinate with third parties as needed during sampling weeks
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent understanding of pH and what affects it.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to write procedures.
• Ability to read and understand manuals and maintain proper records.
• Ability to collaborate with others and work independently.
• Ability to identify key details.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.

Education and Experience:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience preferably in production/process area of specialty chemical products or wastewater processing.
• Wastewater Certification strongly preferred.
• DOT training preferred.
• RCRA training preferred.
• Plant Operation knowledge.

Physical Requirements:

• Located partially in an outdoor production environment and partially in an indoor production environment.
• Appropriate PPE for each setting required.
• Must be able to effectively move between wastewater unit and QC laboratory to deliver samples.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Exposure to various chemicals and compounds.
• Operate a forklift.
• Ability to work weekends and, as needed, respond to call-ins on off days.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds; squatting and kneeling.

Summary

The DAF Operator will report to the DAF Supervisor, or anyone of like status. The DAF Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining the wastewater treatment system. This position will treat the wastewater generated by the plant to be compliant for discharge to the City of Charlotte Water working to constantly improve site safety, process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.

Additional Information

• Recruitment Locations Charlotte, North Carolina