Environmental Technician

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance starting day one

Dental insurance on day one

Pension and 401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

American Crystal Sugar Company is seeking an Environmental Technician to oversee and support daily environmental system functions, including wastewater treatment, solid waste management, and air quality control. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and perform maintenance as needed, contributing to the integrity of our environmental standards.

Key duties include supervising the environmental area, monitoring waste processes, guiding environmental staff, and coordinating with maintenance to

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Reads, writes and communicates effectively.
• Basic math and attention to detail for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support daily functions of environmental systems, including wastewater treatment and air quality control.
• Monitor and report daily on waste treatment, pond, and solid waste operations.
• Direct and guide the day-to-day activities of Environmental Techs and others in the environmental area.
• Ensure environmental compliance by monitoring processes and timely record keeping.
• Perform maintenance tasks and assist in coordinating with maintenance department.

Skills

Read, write, and communicate clearly

Basic math skills

Computer literacy

Learn to use CMMS to write work orders

Meter reading and reporting

MSDS familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Class D Wastewater Operator license within 6 months

Solid Waste Operator license within 6 months

Tools

Computerized maintenance system

Heavy equipment operation (trucks, tractors, pay loaders)

Job description

Entry Level $37.21 Day Shift Schedule Benefits Day One: Medical, Free Dental, 401K Match plus a Pension and More! The Environmental Technician is responsible for overseeing and supporting the daily functions of our environmental systems, including wastewater treatment, solid waste management, and air quality control. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, perform maintenance tasks, and uphold the integrity of our environmental standards.

Principal accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs, directs, and assists the supervisor, waste water personnel, and others as required, in ensuring all environmental regulations are met.
• Oversees the operation of the entire environmental area.
• Monitors and reports daily on all waste treatment, pond, and solid waste operations.
• Directs and guides the day-to‑day activities of the Environmental Techs, belt press operator, and others working in the environmental area, as required (If applicable).
• Responsible for setting and monitoring the operating parameters of the wastewater, pond, solid wastes, and air quality systems.
• Responsible for ensuring environmental compliance through monitoring of the process and timely record keeping.
• Performs various maintenance tasks as required. These may include, but are not limited to: Basic building maintenance, pipe fitting, pipe welding, equipment adjustments, alignments, equipment installation, valve maintenance, and equipment maintenance.
• Monitors, directs, and performs duties as required to ensure no odors emanate from the Company’s property. This would include straw blowing, perfume systems, and order neutralizing systems.
• Plans and coordinates work with the maintenance department when assistance is needed.
• Works without direct supervision effectively and safely.
• Facilitates the movement, processing, and discharge of water by monitoring pond levels and utilizing associated equipment, which includes pumps, piping, and hoses.
• May be required to fill in for the wastewater operator or mud press truck driver.

Job Requirements:

• A High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Basic math skills and an attitude of care with an attention to detail to ensure accuracy of work.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Class D Wastewater Operator license within 6 months.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Solid Waste Operator’s license within 6 months.
• Must be able to develop a working knowledge of all environmental process equipment.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and be able to learn to use the Company’s computerized maintenance system to write work orders and order parts.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficient use of heavy equipment, including trucks, tractors, and pay loaders.
• Must be able to work safely at all locations and under all weather conditions.
• Must be able to read meters, gauges, etc., and prepare reports, both written and computerized.
• Must be able to reference, read, and understand how to use MSDS information.

Compensation Range: $37.21 - $37.21 /hr

Our benefits include eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one. In addition, we offer Pension, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match, paid dental, paid basic life insurance, paid short -term disability, voluntary long-term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, and paid holidays. We also offer tuition reimbursement, service awards, and a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Cooperative Grows Opportunity. American Crystal Sugar Company is more than just a sugarbeet cooperative. Our company is deeply rooted in the communities of the Red River Valley. We are committed to the sustainability and growth of our business and to improving lives in the places where we work and live. We do that by investing in our people, our communities, and the future of our company.

At American Crystal Sugar Company, growers who grow and harvest the sugarbeets also own the company and the factories that make our products. We're proud to be an economic engine for our communities, employing approximately 1,600 full‑time employees and about 900 hourly seasonal workers and many more contracted third‑party workers. Together, we build a better future for the sugar industry and the Red River Valley.

Everything We Do Benefits Our Growers and Our Communities. Our valued team members can access a variety of benefits to enhance their health, wellness, and financial security.