Onsite Wastewater Operator & Plant Technician

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Wastewater Operator in Tar Heel, NC. You will operate equipment, monitor data, collect samples, and report on wastewater treatment while supporting environmental goals.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus Class I Wastewater and Class I Water licenses (or time to acquire). Expect long hours, weekend work, and on-call duties. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong math, computer, and communication skills, work well independently, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Class I Wastewater License or ability to acquire within 3 years of employment.
• Class I Water License or ability to acquire within 2 years of employment.
• Accustomed to long hours, weekends, and on-call status when required.
• Experience handling multiple assignments and meeting schedules.
• Basic understanding of wastewater chemistry and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment equipment for decontaminating wastewater.
• Monitor process data from charts, flow meters, and gauges.
• Collect samples and perform laboratory work to generate reports.
• Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance as needed.
• Support Environmental and Water goals and ensure compliant daily operations.

Skills

Wastewater math

Computer skills

Verbal/written communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Class I Wastewater License

Class I Water License

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Company software packages

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Wastewater Operator in Tar Heel, NC. You will operate equipment, monitor data, collect samples, and report on wastewater treatment while supporting environmental goals.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus Class I Wastewater and Class I Water licenses (or time to acquire). Expect long hours, weekend work, and on-call duties. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong math, computer, and communication skills, work well independently, and