Wastewater Plant Operator

Darigold Careers; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Life & disability coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Darigold seeks an experienced Wastewater Plant Operator for the Boise Production Plant to run the wastewater system, monitor permits, and report deviations to the Senior Environmental Compliance Manager. This role requires open availability for various shifts and adherence to safety policies.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree or 5 years of industrial wastewater experience, with preference for Level 1/2 DOPL certification.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate degree or 5 years experience in industrial wastewater operations.
• Certification as Level 1 or Level 2 Wastewater Operator by Idaho DOPL preferred.
• Experience with anaerobic digesters, dissolved air flotation and waste activated sludge.
• Ability to interpret trends in DO, MSS, ammonia and VAA/alkalinity.

Responsibilities

• Operate the wastewater treatment system and ensure compliance with discharge permits.
• Conduct routine observations and servicing of treatment equipment.
• Collect samples and perform laboratory analysis for process control.
• Review data trends and flag anomalies related to operations and compliance.
• Calibrate discharge monitoring equipment and process control instrumentation.
• Assist in discharge evaluations with plant management to reduce upsets.
• Follow safety policies and procedures during all wastewater operations.
• Expand knowledge on anaerobic digester operations and pretreatment permits.

Skills

Wastewater treatment knowledge

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation calibration

Technical communication

Education

Associate degree in a technical field or 5 years experience in industrial wastewater operations

Job description

Darigold is seeking an experienced and motivated Wastewater Plant Operator to join the team at our Boise Production Plant. The Wastewater Plant Operator will operate the wastewater treatment system and ensure compliance with local, state and federal discharge permits and promptly report any/all deviations and/or compliance issues to the Senior Environmental Compliance Manager.

Open availability and flexibility to work different shifts required.

What You Will Do:

• Effectively operate the wastewater treatment system for the site. Specifically control critical compliance functions related to permit terms and conditions, special operational requirements, asset management and equipment protection, data acquisition and regulatory reporting
• Conduct routine observations and basic servicing of critical treatment equipment
• Conduct sample collection and laboratory analysis wastewater system samples for the purpose of controlling the treatment operations
• Review data trending and flag anomalies and concerns related to treatment system operations and compliance
• Calibration of critical wastewater discharge monitoring equipment and process control instrumentation to ensure discharges meet permit conditions
• Under the direction of the Senior Environmental Compliance Manager, conduct process discharge evaluations with plant management and production team to control and reduce upsets to pretreatment system
• Perform all wastewater operations safely. Follow company safety policies, programs and procedures
• Actively increase knowledge base associated with specialized anaerobic digester operations and NPDES industrial pretreatment permits
• Other duties to be assigned by Senior Environmental Compliance Manager

Equipment Used:

Various mechanical equipment related to wastewater treatment, various laboratory equipment related to wastewater treatment, hand tools, various safety equipment, powered industrial trucks, computer, software systems, cell phone and other related equipment.

What You Will Bring:

• Associate degree in a technical field such as environmental science, wastewater treatment, chemistry, biology, or a related discipline, and/or 5 years of experience in industrial wastewater operations
• Combination of education and experience may be considered
• Certification as a Level 1 or Level 2 Wastewater Operator by the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) is preferred
• Experience with anaerobic digesters, dissolved air flotation and waste activated sludge
• Wastewater process knowledge at a level to allow for troubleshooting
• Ability to interpret trends in Dissolved Oxygen, Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids, Ammonia and Volatile Acids/Partial Alkalinity
• Mechanical and technical skills related to equipment
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
• Capable of analyzing data and writing reports
• Ability to communicate technical concepts.

Benefits of Working at Darigold:

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• 401k competitive employer matching
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Aff

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