Wastewater Operator A 6 - 2nd shift - RVI-Cuthbert

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Cuthbert (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a wastewater technician to support multiple treatment systems and laboratory operations on the 2nd shift. Responsibilities include sampling, chemical analyses, and regulatory reporting, with emphasis on maintaining compliance and safety.

The role requires 1+ years of wastewater experience, good communication, and basic computer skills. Training programs for storm water and industrial waste certifications are provided with expected timely completion.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years wastewater experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills with Word and Excel.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are critical.
• Must complete storm water training within 30 days and must also complete “Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume I” and “Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume II” within twelve months, and obtain the lowest grade certification within twelve months or per state regulations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; may need higher levels of certification up to Level A at this facility.
• Physical lifting of heavy objects (50-75 pounds), climbing stairs or ladders, working in unsanitary conditions with hazardous chemicals.
• Travel 1 to 2 trips per year.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater analysis laboratory.
• Operate and maintain wastewater collection, pretreatment, and full treatment systems.
• Collect samples for analysis per EPA, state, and health department regulations.
• Perform chemical analyses and interpret results to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Complete computerized reports and monthly permit-related documentation.
• Maintain operation logs and basic maintenance on equipment; assist with grounds keeping and general housekeeping.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Management Level:

Class 47

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

**Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format and/or complete the application fully showing current and past work experience to be considered for the position**

SUMMARY:

This position may be required to perform a variety of duties including, but not limited to, operation of wastewater analysis laboratory, operation and maintenance of wastewater collection system, operation and maintenance of wastewater pre-treatment system, operation and maintenance of wastewater full treatment system or operation and maintenance of any other type of water or wastewater treatment system. Activities may include, but are not limited to: collecting samples for analysis in accordance with EPA, state and/or health departments regulations, performing a variety of chemical analysis (both in and out of a laboratory setting), making system adjustments based on interpretation of results from chemical analysis, making educated decisions on maintaining regulatory compliance, performing mathematical calculations utilizing basic algebraic formulas and a calculator, completing computerized reports, compiling information and correctly completing monthly reports as required by permits, state authority, EPA or corporate management, utilization of basic organizational skills, basic mechanical skills, basic electrical wiring skills, proper communication of current operational status to upper management, maintaining operations logs, performing minor to major maintenance on equipment, operation of a spotter tuck and/or a fork lift; grounds keeping, painting, general house- keeping; other duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education : High School diploma or equivalent
Experience : 1 + years Wastewater experience preferred.
Computer Skills : Basic computer skills with knowledge in Word and Excel
Communication Skills : Good interpersonal and communication skills are critical
Certification : Must successfully complete a storm water training program selected by site management within thirty days and must also successfully complete “Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume I” and “Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume II” correspondence courses through California State University Sacramento within twelve months, and must obtain lowest grade certification program within twelve months or in accordance with State regulations.,,
Other Requirements : Must have a valid driver’s license, and will be required to obtain higher levels of certification and training up to Level A at this facility; must meet and maintain the minimum qualification levels as required by state regulations.
Physical Requirements : Physical lifting of heavy objects (50-75 pounds), climbing and/or descending stairs or ladders working in unsanitary conditions, working with hazardous chemicals.
Supervisory : None
Travel : 1 to 2 trips per year

INTERNAL CANDIDATES’ ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• No written warnings within the previous six (6) months
• Must not have five (5) or more attendance points

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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