Wastewater Operator

Pacific Seafood; Westport, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Pacific Seafood Westport is hiring a Wastewater Operator I to support operation and maintenance of our wastewater systems in Westport, CT. You will monitor equipment, perform tests, and assist senior operators to ensure compliance and efficiency.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1–2 years of related experience, with preferred seafood-industry exposure and forklift/pallet jack operation. Full-time, on-site position with competitive benefits and safety training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• 1–2 years related experience in wastewater or a related field preferred.
• Seafood industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily wastewater operations and monitoring.
• Perform routine wastewater tests to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain chemical addition systems and adjust parameters as needed.
• Support sanitation, maintenance and downtime reduction efforts.
• Coordinate inspections with regulatory agencies and customers.

Skills

Seafood industry experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Powered pallet jacks

Job description

Wastewater Operator

Department: Westport DAF

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Westport

Reporting To: Michael Kinnaman

Compensation: $19.00 / hour

Description

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are a family-owned, excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members’ personal and professional growth, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary: As Wastewater Operator I, you will assist in the operation and maintenance of wastewater operations, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards. You will play a crucial role in monitoring systems, conducting tests, and supporting senior operators in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of our treatment processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Compliance, Wastewater Operation, and Monitoring:

• Assist in the daily operations of wastewater operations, including monitoring equipment and processes
• Perform routine tests and analyses on wastewater samples to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Mix, add, and maintain chemical addition systems and adjust as necessary to maintain operation within specified parameters
• Assist with sanitation and cleaning and other projects to reduce and eliminate down time
• Coordinate and facilitate inspections by regulatory agencies and customers
• Maintain accurate logs, inspection records, and inventory of supplies
• Record operational data and prepare reports for regulatory compliance
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment, ensuring all systems function efficiently
• Provide back-up support for other duties as needed

2. Safety Enforcement and Training:

• Responsible for keeping equipment and surrounding area safe and clean
• Work with maintenance department to fix equipment concerns in a timely manner
• Participate in training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge of wastewater treatment processes
• Respond to system alarms, equipment malfunctions, and emergency situation to maintain continuous plant operations
• Learn and monitor all applicable environmental and occupational health and safety requirements to achieve 100% compliance and perform related duties

What you bring to Pacific Seafood

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent
• 1-2 years related experience

Preferred:

• Prior seafood industry experience
• Experience with the safe operation of forklifts and powered pallet jacks

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member:

• Must be available to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to watch and react to changing situations, to ensure safety.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to carefully complete tasks and skillful actions, making sure to pay close attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to read a limited number of two and three-syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
• Capable of working and communicating in loud environments, while focusing on tasks.
• Capable of training in using specialized tools and equipment pertinent to operations.
• Capable of solving simple math equations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions: The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to:

• Traditional warehouse and production facility environment
• Large, specialized equipment
• Large moving equipment
• High noise level
• Exposure to cold/freezing temperatures
• Exposure to hazardous material
• Wet environment
• Safety equipment (hair nets, gloves, smock, etc.)
• Well-illuminated environment
• Scents related to the production facility

Benefits

Total compensation

At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
• Paid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days and vacation
• Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.