Waste Water Technician

Jasper Products, LLC; Joplin, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper Products, LLC is seeking an operator to provide operation and maintenance support for the wastewater treatment plant. You will monitor equipment, perform analyses, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

This role operates under moderate supervision within SOPs. Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, adjusting chemical levels, recording data, performing COD/TSS analyses, and communicating issues to supervision.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems.
• General microbiological and chemistry skills.
• General maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills).
• Able to follow directions.
• Able to multi-task and organize own work activities.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
• Maintain chemicals levels, adjustment, and disinfection of water and other liquids.
• Record operational data, meter, and gauge readings on specified forms at specified frequencies.
• Perform COD, TSS, Total Solids, and other analysis on daily samples; review results and make directed adjustments based on daily data collection.
• Advise supervisor regarding potential areas of concern and then implement appropriate changes.
• Assist with maintenance, repair, and lubrication of wastewater equipment using hand tools and power tools; record all parts used during preventive maintenance or repair.
• Work with vendors to align with best practices. Ensure equipment is stored in ready state to allow placement directly from inventory to functioning in the plant.
• Request maintenance repair work through appropriate system/process.
• Monitor sludge dumpster levels (if appropriate) and call appropriate personal when an exchange is needed.
• Communicate pertinent information at shift end to a shift supervisor.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, communicate to supervisor, and implement appropriate changes (Lean, Kaizen, 5S and Leader Standard Work).
• Attend required training, including but not limited to, GMP’s, HAACP, SQF, Safety, etc.
• Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Chemistry basics

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical or college education

Military preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Provide operation and maintenance support for the wastewater treatment plant, performing tasks in a safe manner and following safety and environmental regulations. Demonstrate working knowledge to perform a defined set of wastewater treatment processes and activities. Work within standard operating procedures, under a moderate degree of supervision.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions
• Maintain chemicals levels, adjustment, and disinfection of water and other liquids
• Record operational data, meter, and gauge readings on specified forms at specified frequencies
• Perform COD, TSS, Total Solids, and other analysis on daily samples; review results and make directed adjustments based on daily data collection
• Advise supervisor regarding potential areas of concern and then implement appropriate changes
• Assist with maintenance, repair, and lubrication of wastewater equipment using hand tools and power tools; record all parts used during preventive maintenance or repair
• Work with vendors to align with best practices. Ensure equipment is stored in ready state to allow placement directly from inventory to functioning in the plant
• Request maintenance repair work through appropriate system/process
• Monitor sludge dumpster levels (if appropriate) and call appropriate personal when an exchange is needed
• Communicate pertinent information at shift end to a shift supervisor
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, communicate to supervisor, and implement appropriate changes (Lean, Kaizen, 5S and Leader Standard Work)
• Attend required training, including but not limited to, GMP’s, HAACP, SQF, Safety, etc.
• Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical or college education or military preferred
• 1 to 3 years of plant operations/manufacturing experience coupled with the knowledge of and/or aptitude to perform wastewater duties
• 1 to 3 years of wastewater related experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – Water/Wastewater System Operator (specific for location requirements) or the ability to achieve any appropriate license(s) within 12 months, to the extent required by state regulations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems
• General microbiological and chemistry skills
• General maintenance skills
• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to follow directions
• Able to multi-task and organize own work activities
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

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