Plant Operator

Planet Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group is seeking a Plant Operator for a 4-month contract in Kansas City, MO. The role requires operating groundwater pumping and treatment systems, monitoring data from instrumentation, and ensuring compliance with federal and state permits.

On-call 24/7 for system shut-downs or alarms, you will respond to emergencies, collect samples, run tests, and maintain logs. Relevant experience in water/wastewater facilities and OSHA/Hazwoper training highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant water/wastewater experience.
• Technical certifications and safety training are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate groundwater pumping and treatment systems according to permits.
• Maintain logs, collect samples, test water quality, and record data.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies; on-call 24/7 as needed.

Skills

HAZWOPER Training

SCADA systems

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Groundwater treatment operations

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor Degree in science or related field

Associate Degree in science or related field

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Grade D Wastewater Operator progress

Tools

SCADA

Pumps and valves

Job description

Plant Operator

Duration: 4-month Contract

Location: Kansas City, MO64120

Pay Rate: $30/hr - $50/hr

Plant Operator Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in science or related field and 8 years related experience in water/wastewater treatment facilities operations and maintenance Required or
• Associate Degree in science or related field and 9 years related experience in water/wastewater treatment facilities operations and maintenance Required or
• High School Diploma/GED and 10 years related experience in water/wastewater treatment facilities operations and maintenance Required
• 40-hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) trained with current refresher training
• Holds or has made recent progress to obtaining a Certified Grade D Wastewater Operator in the State of Missouri
• Knowledgeable in plant safety precautions, and occupational hazards associated with the treatment operations
• Knowledgeable in state and federal operating permits and regulations
• Knowledgeable in understanding basic math pertaining to the treatment process
• Experience in collecting water samples for testing
• Experience in troubleshooting of instrumentation, field equipment, and plant operational issues
• Experience with metals precipitation processes and handling beneficial

Plant Operator Description

• Operate the groundwater pumping and treatment system in compliance with Federal and State regulatory orders and permits
• On call 24/7 for system shut-downs or alarms with immediate response for repairs required to restart the facility
• Monitor, adjust and record data from various types of instrumentation and equipment to ensure proper biological and chemical treatment, sludge precipitation and removal, pressure and flow rates of the wastewater system; and monitor influent and effluent flow
• Maintain daily log for local, state and federal records; record reading of gauges and results of tests at specified intervals; maintain record of daily operations and any irregularities; maintain equipment maintenance records
• Collect treatment plant and groundwater samples; test water quality; make chemical analysis such as solids determination, chlorine residual and pH determination; perform sludge volume tests; measure dissolved oxygen levels; perform well capacity test; turbidity and telemetry monitoring
• Ensure facility, discharge sampling, and regulatory inspections are in compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations
• Observe and operate a variety of equipment in the treatment of wastewater; operate filters, pumps, mixers, filters compressors, blowers and feeders; adjust and change tanks; backwash filters
• Monitor the SCADA systems for the treatment plant and monitor site security
• Respond to system breakdowns and after-hours emergencies
• Committed to working safely and in a compliance with company and site safety policies
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Site safety manager ensuring all guests, contractors, suppliers follow the company's safety protocols and expectations including safety stewardship and proper documentation and reporting
• Manage subcontractors performing maintenance and repairs
• Interact with adjacent facilities for emergency action planning