Chemical WWT Operator​/Lab Tech

Monitor the performance of all equipment, gauges, and charts in the treatment plant and pump stations;
Replace equipment when necessary

Operate, maintain and repair malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant

Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meter, and other water quality monitoring equipment

Calibrate, clean and ensure proper function of pH and ORP probes and controllers

Operate and maintain rise pump stations

Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process

Setup hazardous waste cubic yard storage containers with proper labeling

Operate sludge pump and filter press

Collect, segregate, and transport hazardous waste from generation points to the hazardous waste storage area

Label and sign appropriate hazardous and chemical reactants

Inspect facility where hazardous waste is stored and evaluate compliance; track accumulation start dates of satellite storage containers

Compile and maintain list of hazardous waste needing disposal and organize the waste for transport and disposal

Review hazardous waste manifests and accompanying land disposal restriction notification forms for compliance

Respond to hazardous waste spills in emergency situations

Responsible for chemical process tank additions, make ups and remakes

Assist in other duties as needed to ensure environmental compliance throughout the chemical processing facility

TALKING: Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly

AVERAGE HEARING: Able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

REPETITIVE MOTION: The employee is required to frequently stand and lift objects

FINGER DEXTERITY: The employee is regularly required to use hands to operate objects, tools or controls

AVERAGE VISION: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH
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The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The position involves working with and around hazardous chemicals, paints and solvents. Must be safety oriented and able to war the appropriate attires and PPE. The majority of work is performed in shop conditions and can be in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer season.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers and common fractions.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Ability to communicate clearly

Pay Rate $25.00-$30.00

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