Midnight Shift Wastewater Technician: Data & Lab Ops

Iowa Ag; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS is seeking a 3rd Shift Waste Water Technician in Ottumwa to manage daily operational adjustments, monitor equipment, record data, and support lab testing. The role requires obtaining an Iowa Grade 1 wastewater operator license within 18 months and may involve forklift operation and holiday coverage.

Responsibilities include data entry of environmental data, sludge press operation, and maintaining plant area housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills are essential for coordinating with team and supervisors.
• Mechanical skills used in daily operation and maintenance.
• Basic math skills for data interpretation and records.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater plant equipment for daily adjustments and data recording.
• Monitor operating equipment and report problems.
• Record equipment data and assist with lab testing and environmental data entry.
• Operate sludge press as required.
• General housekeeping of wastewater plant area.
• Must be able to operate forklift as needed.
• Cover co-worker vacations and work some holidays as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

Mechanical skills

General Math Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Self-Motivator

Able to work unsupervised

Able to work outside year round

Able to climb stairs

Good attendance

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

JBS is seeking a 3rd Shift Waste Water Technician in Ottumwa to manage daily operational adjustments, monitor equipment, record data, and support lab testing. The role requires obtaining an Iowa Grade 1 wastewater operator license within 18 months and may involve forklift operation and holiday coverage.

Responsibilities include data entry of environmental data, sludge press operation, and maintaining plant area housekeeping.