Waste Water Operator 1

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Ward (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Wastewater Operator to control water flows and operate plant equipment and biological systems at our Ward, SC facility.

You will perform tests, conduct maintenance, and assist the Plant Manager with assigned duties to ensure continuous, compliant wastewater treatment. The role requires reliable, detail-oriented individuals who can manage routine operations and adapt to changing process needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1-year prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
• Willing to obtain wastewater certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment processes and related equipment.
• Perform tests and monitoring to ensure proper operation of wastewater systems.
• Assist with maintenance and daily housekeeping of plant equipment.

Skills

Math

Oral communication

Penmanship

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Wastewater Operator controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. Performs tests, maintenance, etc. to ensure proper operation of all wastewater-related equipment. Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Proper operation of the evaporator.
• Proper operation of plant skimmer.
• Chemical inventory and addition throughout wastewater treatment processes.
• Perform wastewater test as needed.
• Proper operation of DAF
• Control flows throughout wastewater treatment processes
• Daily clean foot valves and flow meters at pump stations.
• Monitor MBBRs.
• Service and Lube pumps and gearboxes as needed.
• Help maintenance with projects or work in the area of responsibility.
• Monitor aerators and mixers.
• Proper operation of disinfection system.
• Proper operation of all scrubbers and ancillary equipment.
• Proper operation of cooling towers.
• Apply chemicals to sustain a minimum of a 24-hour period.
• Dumps a container of grease solids using a forklift.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1-year prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
• Willing to obtain wastewater certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter and stay busy with constructive work with little supervision.
• Good with math.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Good penmanship.

Working Conditions

Occasionally = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold: Frequently
• Exposed to bio hazardous conditions: Frequently
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations: Frequently
• Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock: Frequently
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment: Frequently

Physical Demands

Occasionally = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position: Frequently
• Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location: Frequently
• Operates a computer and other office machinery: Frequently
• Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet: Frequently
• Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder: Frequently
• Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions: Frequently
• Frequently required to lift up to 10lbs