Wastewater Operator

Wastewater Operator – Allen Harim Foods

Responsible for performing technical laboratory work at the Allen Harim wastewater treatment plant and potable water treatment system. All results support the efficient operation and maintenance of the plant systems.

• Supports Allen Harim’s Vision, Mission and Values.
• Knowledge and implementation of all aspects of company’s sampling and testing programs.
• Perform and interpret laboratory tests and the analysis of wastewater at various stages of treatment.
• Sampling for 11 potable water faucets located in the Harbeson Processing Plant; sampling for 5 stages of treatment and final effluent for the wastewater treatment plant.
• Performs physical examinations of untreated and treated wastewater for suspended solids and percent solids.
• Performs chemical oxygen demand (COD) tests on both untreated and treated wastewater.
• Performs chemical tests on treated drinking water samples for phosphate, zinc, copper and pH.
• Performs nitrite, ammonia, total phosphorus, and alkalinity tests.
• Prepares and standardizes chemical reagents for laboratory analyses.
• Determines chlorine residual of plant effluent.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and keeps logs of plant operations.
• Starts and stops pumps, motors, air compressors, and related machinery and equipment.
• Makes minor repairs to machinery and equipment.
• Records readings from meters and gauges.
• Performs custodial duties in connection with maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Ability to understand and follow technical instructions; relate test data to wastewater and potable water treatment; demonstrate dependability and requisite physical condition.
• Able to lift 65 lbs.
• All other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and/or Experience

• High school or equivalency diploma recognized by the State of Delaware.
• Experience as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator is desirable.
• One (1) year of experience performing technical laboratory procedures in a public health or water or wastewater analysis laboratory.

OR

• One (1) year of post‑high‑school education, including successful completion of at least one course in elementary chemistry with at least two (2) hours of laboratory work.

OR

• Successful completion of an accepted Laboratory Testing and Analysis course offered by Delaware Technical Community College.

Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent knowledge of modern laboratory techniques, practices, and equipment used in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant and potable water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of the principles of bacteriology, biology, chemistry and physical examination of wastewater as they relate to wastewater analysis.
• Knowledge of the practices used and the equipment required in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; skill in the operation and care of laboratory apparatus equipment, pumps, valves, and related mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Skilled in the performance and interpretation of laboratory tests and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow technical instructions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A.

• Must have ability to enter all areas of the plant and offices.
• Must be able to climb and crawl in confined spaces.
• Ability to deal with variable temperatures (hot and cold).
• Must be able to lift up 40 lbs or more.
• Work environment is a production plant with a variety of odors, hot/cold temperatures, and a wet environment. Safety protection is provided.

Salary: $71,960.00 – $.

Location:

Delaware, United States. Posted 2 weeks ago.