Water Treatment Operator

RWDC Industries; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

RWDC INDUSTRIES, LLC in Athens, GA seeks a qualified Water Process Operator to support the Athens plant's water treatment operations. The role requires handling process water systems, managing tank levels, and adjusting set points to ensure optimal performance.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED, 1–7 years in water/wastewater, and can perform basic maintenance. A GA Class 2 or 3 license is a plus; extended hours, nights, and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-year technical degree is a plus.
• 1–7 years water or wastewater operator experience.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• State of Georgia Class 2 or 3 water or wastewater license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process Water: monitor system performance using Water system HMI.
• Manage tank levels and pump operation.
• Change system set points as needed.
• Understand and utilize trend charts.
• Monitor and maintain Carbon Filters (GAC) including backwashing and using unit controllers.
• Monitor and maintain RO and ozone generators; test and calibrate controllers.
• Monitor UV ozone destruct units and test ozone discharge; replace UV lamps as needed.
• Operate and maintain RO unit; use HMI to control operation; troubleshoot alarms.
• Change 5 micron and 1 micron filters on Filtered water system.
• Collaborate with QC/QA to maintain water quality.
• Recovery Water: operate DAF and associated equipment; wash down to keep area clean; control flow and chemical feed rates; weekly testing; monitor inventories; monthly composite sampling.
• Wash down and clean Lysate tanks containment area.
• Schedule trucks to pump out system tanks as needed.

Skills

Water/Wastewater ops

HMI monitoring

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two year technical degree

Job description

RWDC INDUSTRIES, LLC is a rapidly growing biotechnology company that offers competitive salaries, benefits, and a generous stock ownership program. We’re currently building a team of people who are passionate about making a difference in the world, specifically as it pertains to the environment. If you want to help us change the world, we want to talk to you.

About the Role

We are currently seeking qualified Water Process Operator for the Athens plant.

Responsibilities

• Process Water. Candidate must have the ability to utilize Water system HMI to monitor system performance.
• Manage tank levels and pump operation.
• Change system set points as needed.
• Understand and utilize trend charts.
• Monitor and maintain Carbon Filters (GAC) including backwashing and using unit controllers.
• Monitor and maintain Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Filtered water Ozone Generators. Perform testing to ensure proper calibration of controllers. Monitor pressure differential across venturi ozone injection points. Perform regular disinfection routine of RO and Filtered water lines.
• Monitor and maintain UV ozone destruct units. Test ozone on discharge to ensure it is zero. Perform preventive maintenance on UV lamps.
• Operate and maintain Reverse Osmosis (RO) unit. Utilize HMI to control and adjust operation. Trouble shoot alarms.
• Change 5 micron and 1 micron filters on Filtered water system as needed.
• Work with QC/QA to maintain the quality of the water.
• Recovery Water: Candidate must be able to operate the DAF and associated equipment. Wash down to keep area clean. Control flow and chemical feed rates. Perform weekly testing of influent and effluent. Monitor chemical inventories and order as needed. Perform monthly composite sampling.
• Wash down and clean up Lysate tanks containment area.
• Schedule trucks to pump out system tanks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 year technical degree a plus.
• 1 – 7 years water or wastewater operator experience.
• Ability to work with tools and perform basic maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• State of Georgia Class 2 or 3 water or wastewater operator license a plus.

Successful candidates must be flexible to work extended hours. Nights and weekends required. (We all work together to do whatever it takes to change the world!)

Other Requirements: Must pass pre-employment drug screening, background investigation and physical exam. Must pass skills testing and certification for specific needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Work Authorization Requirement: Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.