Industrial Wastewater Operator: Rotating Shifts

Foster Farms; Livingston (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms seeks a wastewater technician to operate treatment and sludge de-watering systems, monitor samples, and record chemical inventories. You will also manage data entry, perform routine safety tasks, and support QA and USDA compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Role requires high school diploma, ability to lift 50+ lbs, clean driving record, and willingness to work rotating shifts including weekends. Training in lock-out tag-out and safety practices provided.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of experience in the operation of wastewater treatment plant solids de-watering equipment.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemical handling and use in wastewater treatment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools (grinder, drill, etc.).
• Good written and oral English communications skills.
• Demonstrated dependability with regard to safety and attendance.
• Ability to work rotating shifts & weekends.
• Clean DMV record and valid California driver’s license; maintain a clean driving record.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Lock-out tag-out and safe work practices training.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk and stand for long periods.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders and in confined spaces safely.
• Ability to work at heights, catwalks and roofs.
• Ability to lift over 50 pounds.
• Ability to work on wet concrete floors.
• Able to work overtime as production requires.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Control wastewater treatment systems to keep effluent within defined limits.
• Operate sludge de-watering equipment for maximum solids separation.
• Interpret samples from DAF cells, tanks, effluent, centrifuge and presses; adjust chemical feed and process systems.
• Enter collected data into the computer.
• Record inventory of DAF chemicals on a rotation basis.
• Periodically spot sludge trucks.
• Support quality and food safety, complying with company standards and USDA requirements.
• General cleaning and assist other crews as needed.
• Maintain safety, housekeeping and sanitation in all duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wastewater de-watering

English communication

Hazardous chemical handling

Hand and power tools

Rotating shifts

Written tests

Driver's license

Lock-out/tag-out

Lifting 50+ lbs

Physical stamina

Climbing in confined spaces

Wet concrete floors

Overtime availability

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Foster Farms seeks a wastewater technician to operate treatment and sludge de-watering systems, monitor samples, and record chemical inventories. You will also manage data entry, perform routine safety tasks, and support QA and USDA compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Role requires high school diploma, ability to lift 50+ lbs, clean driving record, and willingness to work rotating shifts including weekends. Training in lock-out tag-out and safety practices provided.