Wastewater Operator B 6 - 2nd shift - Chick-N-Quick Plant

Tyson Foods; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid time off

401(k) plans

affordable health, life, dental,vision

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator in Rogers, AR. The role focuses on operating, monitoring, and maintaining wastewater treatment systems to support plant operations and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities include sampling, chemical analyses, and reporting to regulators. The position requires a high school diploma and 1+ year wastewater experience. This is a hands-on, second-shift role with safety and physical requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years of wastewater experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Word/Excel).

Responsibilities

• Collect samples and perform chemical analyses per EPA/state requirements.
• Interpret test results and adjust treatment to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain operating logs and prepare monthly reports.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform maintenance using mechanical skills and basic electrical wiring.
• Communicate system performance and maintenance needs to management.
• Operate a spotter truck and/or forklift as needed.
• Support groundskeeping, painting, and general housekeeping.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Laboratory analysis

Regulatory compliance

Mechanical skills

Electrical wiring

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Make an impact through safe, reliable wastewater operations. As a Wastewater Treatment Operator, you’ll put your hands‑on skills and problem-solving abilities to work operating, monitoring, and maintaining essential water and wastewater treatment systems that support plant operations and environmental compliance. Depending on the facility’s needs, your responsibilities may include wastewater laboratory analysis and the operation and maintenance of collection, pretreatment, and full treatment systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect samples and perform chemical analyses in laboratory and field settings in accordance with EPA, state, and health department requirements.
• Interpret test results, adjust treatment systems, and make informed operating decisions to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Perform calculations using basic algebraic formulas and a calculator.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, prepare computerized reports, and complete monthly reports required by permits, regulatory agencies, and corporate management.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor to major maintenance using mechanical skills and basic electrical wiring knowledge.
• Communicate system performance, operating conditions, and maintenance needs to management.
• Operate a spotter truck and/or forklift as needed.
• Support groundskeeping, painting, and general housekeeping to maintain work areas.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• One or more years of wastewater experience preferred.

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Communication

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with team members and management.

Work Skills

• Basic organizational, mechanical, and electrical wiring skills.

Training and Certification Requirements

• Complete a site-selected stormwater training program within 30 days.
• Complete Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume I and Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume II correspondence courses through California State University, Sacramento, within 12 months.
• Obtain the lowest-grade wastewater operator certification within 12 months or according to applicable state regulations.
• Obtain and maintain required HAZ-MAT training.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: This is a hands‑on role that requires lifting heavy objects weighing 50–75 pounds and climbing or descending stairs and ladders. Work may include exposure to unsanitary conditions and hazardous chemicals, along with groundskeeping, painting, and general housekeeping duties. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Travel: One to two trips per year.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No.

Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America).

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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.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

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