Operator-in-Training

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (will need that for wastewater certification)
• Possess a valid driver's license with no major infractions.
• Basic understanding of computer software, including the Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to enter data into a maintenance management system and Google sheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operations of engines, pumps, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; basic biological and chemical principles

Responsibilities:

General Statement

• Performs a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. This position typically holds or is working on first-level water/wastewater treatment certification.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learns and gains skills involving the maintenance of equipment and servicing work in the plant.
• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes.
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels.
• Observes and reports abnormalities to supervisor.
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings.
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses.
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties.
• Needs to be able to work alone as well as with others.
• Needs to be a self-starter.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during work.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May be requested to work different shift to fill in.
• Will required to get a class I wastewater certification within 18 months

Comments/Special Instructions:

The applicants can not have worked for National Beef in the last 6 months.