Wastewater Operator - 1st shift (Relocation)

Nebraska Ag Connection; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator to tend pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators and other equipment used to decontaminate wastewater. You will collect samples, read charts and gauges, and report on process performance to ensure compliant operations in a fast paced plant environment.

Required are a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience and the ability to obtain Nebraska Class I Wastewater and Water licenses within designated timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years' relevant experience and/or training.
• Nebraska Class I Wastewater License (or able to acquire within 3 years) and Nebraska Class I Water License (or able to acquire within 2 years).
• Ability to present information effectively in small group settings.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).

Responsibilities

• Tends pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, vacuum filters and other equipment used to decontaminate wastewater by settling, aeration, and sludge digestion.
• Collects samples and makes process reports.
• Reads charts, flow meters and gauges to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Assists supervisor in completing tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Wastewater license

License: Water

High school diploma or GED

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity

This position is responsible for tending the pumps and other equipment used to decontaminate wastewater (sewage). Operator is responsible for collecting samples; reading charts and flow meters and gauges to determine equipment malfunctions and performing minor repairs on equipment.

Core Responsibilities

• Tends pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, vacuum filters and other equipment used to decontaminate waste water (sewage) by settling, aeration, and sludge digestion.
• Collects samples and makes process reports.
• Reads charts, flow meters and gauges to detect equipment malfunctions.
• In the absence of key personnel the employee's supervisor or qualified designee (one that has been trained in the key employee's duties) is responsible to complete or delegate the completion of all required tasks and responsibilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years' relevant experience and/or training, required.
• Nebraska Class I Wastewater License (or able to acquire within 3 years of employment); and Nebraska Class I Water License (or able to acquire within 2 years of employment).
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.
• Knowledge Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Must be able to travel occasionally with possible extended overnight stays.
• Must be available for night and weekend on-call status.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The plant environment will include include outdoor weather conditions, wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk; use hands to handle, or feel, and talk or hear; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

IndSPR-M/E

Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.