Wastewater Technician

Dairy Farmers of America; Cass City (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dairy product manufacturing is looking for a Wastewater Technician. The role involves ensuring effective operation of the wastewater treatment facility, including troubleshooting and compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant licenses, with strong skills in math, troubleshooting, and interpersonal communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Proficiency in activated sludge treatment and membrane bioreactor systems.
• Knowledge of wastewater equipment and compliance testing.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the facility.
• Maintain chemical levels and adjustments.
• Prepare and maintain accurate logs and reports.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Troubleshooting skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Class B-2a Chemical Clarification license

Class C-3a Activated Sludge Facility license

Tools

SCADA systems

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General Purpose

Ensure that wastewater treatment facility is operating effectively and efficiently. Must be proficient in an activated sludge treatment, including nitrification processes in industrial wastewater setting, based on a membrane bioreactor (MBR). Must also have working knowledge of wastewater equipment and trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.

General Purpose

Ensure that wastewater treatment facility is operating effectively and efficiently. Must be proficient in an activated sludge treatment, including nitrification processes in industrial wastewater setting, based on a membrane bioreactor (MBR). Must also have working knowledge of wastewater equipment and trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Be on-call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the waste treatment facility
• Maintain chemical levels and adjustments
• Read gauges and meters and accurately record findings
• Prepare and maintain accurate paperwork such as records, logs, orders, surveys, and routine reports as directed
• Perform standardized water process control, monitoring, and compliance sampling and testing including Ammonia, COD, BOD, Total Suspended Solids, Total Phosphorus, Total Residual Chlorine, Temperature, and Total Dissolved Solids
• Collect wastewater samples for analysis by state lab
• Maintain daily narrative logs and record plant operating data as required in logs and operations software
• Provide effective, timely, and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, and suppliers
• Foster teamwork consistent with our company and plant Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Follow all DFA GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrived
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgement
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety, and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
• Perform other related functions assigned by management or as they become apparent
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.
  
  

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Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Class B-2a Chemical Clarification and C-3a Activated Sludge Facility license or ability to obtain this license at the next testing opportunity
• Experience preferred with a system based on a membrane bioreactor (MBR)
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel and SCADA systems)
• Able to perform accurate mathematical calculations related to this position
• Able to operate and maintain handheld analytical instruments including DO, pH, temperature, and ammonia
• Working knowledge using mechanical skills for making minor repairs to process equipment, piping, and motors, etc.
• Hands-on experience in light duty electrical power systems (240 V/ single and three phase) and instrumentation calibration and use
• Must be able to perform electrical work (change pump motors, diagnose motor control problems, etc.)
• Must know pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders
• Must be able to use standard maintenance tools in a safe manner
• Must have the ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation (Typically, this includes non-sanitary piping, drain lines, vacuum lines)
• Must have the ability to perform routine repairs in a safe and timely fashion (rebuilding product/water pumps, VFD’s, valves, piping leaks)
• Must have the ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records
• Must have the ability to follow process control computer variables and schematics and diagnose system problems
• Must have the ability to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner
• Must have good interpersonal skills necessary to foster cooperation and effectively communicate with others
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
  
  

DFA Physical Demands and Work Environment

Place an “X” in the appropriate response

Never

0% of shift

Occasional

1-33% of shift

Frequent

34-66% of shift

Constant

67-100% of shift

Physical Demands

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Grasp, handle, twist or type

X

Reach (forward or overhead)

X

Climb (stairs or ladder)

X

Squatting, kneeling or bending

X

Push/pull

X

Crawling

X

Driving a vehicle

X

Lifting/Carrying

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 55 pounds

X

Up to 75 pounds

X

75-100 pounds

X

Work Environment

Toxic or noxious chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°

X

Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°

X

Loud noises > 80 decibels

X

Dust

X

Fumes

X

Ability to work around dairy/food products

X

Work in tight or narrow spaces

X

Working in, around & over lines/obstacles

X

Ability to work with limited supervision

X

Typical office environment

X

Typical manufacturing environment

X

Typical farm/livestock environment

X

Typical lab environment

X

Sensory Demands

(Check all that apply)

☒ Verbal Communication ☒ Touch ☒ Smell

☒ Hear ☒ Reading

☐ Taste ☒ Writing

Vision

(Check all that apply)

☒ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

☒ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

☒ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color)

☐ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes

are fixed on a given point)

☒ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Dairy Product Manufacturing

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