The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
Plant Operator
Washington, VA · On-site
$40/hr
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
Plant Operator
Washington, VA · On-site
$40/hr
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
Plant Operator
Arlington, VA · On-site
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
Plant Operator
Arlington, VA · On-site
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated ... Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * Must ...
Plant Operator
Jal, NM · On-site
Job Title: Plant Operator - Natural Gas Treating Location: Jal, NM Schedule: 8 & 6 Overview ... Our production operation management division offers contract labor and operations services on and ...
Plant Operator
Jal, NM · On-site
Job Title: Plant Operator - Natural Gas Treating Location: Jal, NM Schedule: 8 & 6 Overview ... Our production operation management division offers contract labor and operations services on and ...
Plant Operator
Redwood City, CA · On-site
Maintain cleanliness of the plant area, service emulsion customers, load customer trucks as ... Work is covered under a contract with the Operating Engineers Local 3.
Plant Operator
Redwood City, CA · On-site
Maintain cleanliness of the plant area, service emulsion customers, load customer trucks as ... Work is covered under a contract with the Operating Engineers Local 3.
Plant Operator
Palm Harbor, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700273043 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Janet Orito Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Palm Harbor, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700273043 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Janet Orito Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Palm Harbor, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272982 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Todd Tremblay Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Palm Harbor, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272982 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Todd Tremblay Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272946 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Holly Oakes Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272946 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Holly Oakes Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Palm Harbor, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700273000 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Sylvie Bateman Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Palm Harbor, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700273000 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Sylvie Bateman Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700271255 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Chelsea Smith Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700271255 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Chelsea Smith Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Seminole, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272895 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Lou Cerreta Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Seminole, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272895 Start Date 08 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Lou Cerreta Contact Person ...
Plant Operator
Largo, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700271587 Start Date 07 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Principal Ija Hawthorne Contact ...
Plant Operator
Largo, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700271587 Start Date 07 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to PRINCIPAL Contact Person's Name Principal Ija Hawthorne Contact ...
Plant operator
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272790 Start Date 06 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to MANAGER Contact Person's Name Carrie Cormier Contact Person ...
Plant operator
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site
$15/hr
Noninstructional/Support - Position - Plant Operator/Custodian Job Number 3700272790 Start Date 06 ... Contract Type Full-Time Reports to MANAGER Contact Person's Name Carrie Cormier Contact Person ...
The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of ... create a contract or guarantee promotion. * The position is a DOT PHMSA covered position and ...
The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of ... create a contract or guarantee promotion. * The position is a DOT PHMSA covered position and ...
DOTP-Plant Operator
Bridgeport, TX · On-site
The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of ... create a contract or guarantee promotion. * The position is a DOT PHMSA covered position and ...
DOTP-Plant Operator
Bridgeport, TX · On-site
The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of ... create a contract or guarantee promotion. * The position is a DOT PHMSA covered position and ...
DOTP-Plant Operator
Bridgeport, TX · On-site
The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of ... create a contract or guarantee promotion. * The position is a DOT PHMSA covered position and ...
DOTP-Plant Operator
Bridgeport, TX · On-site
The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of ... create a contract or guarantee promotion. * The position is a DOT PHMSA covered position and ...
Plant Operator
Tucson, AZ · On-site
Under direction of Shift Supervisor or Plant Operator I and II, operates plant equipment including ... contract, or determination by the Attorney General. Please note Sasol will not sponsor, obtain, and ...
Plant Operator
Tucson, AZ · On-site
Under direction of Shift Supervisor or Plant Operator I and II, operates plant equipment including ... contract, or determination by the Attorney General. Please note Sasol will not sponsor, obtain, and ...
Plant Operator
Durham, NH · On-site
Job Summary To ensure all installed plant equipment and systems are operated safely and correctly and their operation fulfills the contract between the University of New Hampshire and EMCOR Energy ...
Plant Operator
Durham, NH · On-site
Job Summary To ensure all installed plant equipment and systems are operated safely and correctly and their operation fulfills the contract between the University of New Hampshire and EMCOR Energy ...
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| Credentials | Typically requires certifications in equipment operation and safety | Requires process-specific certifications and safety training |
| Work Environment | Industrial plants, construction sites, or temporary project sites | Manufacturing plants, chemical facilities, or continuous process environments |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Contract-based roles in construction, energy, or manufacturing sectors | Full-time roles in chemical, petrochemical, or manufacturing industries |
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 21 days ago
Job description
Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is currently hiring Plant Operators in support of our government customer in Washington, D.C. The Operator should be able to work both the day and night shifts on rotation.Â
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick leave, and more.
The Plant Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of a sophisticated automated wastewater pretreatment plant. The Plant Operator will be required to ensure all equipment runs properly and all liquid chemical levels are within tolerance. The Plant Operator should have experience working with wastewater treatment equipment, Pumps, Motors, Mixers, Tanks, Filter Presses, and PLC/SCADA control equipment. The Plant Operator will always work under the direct supervision of a shift Supervisor and will also receive work directives and schedules from the Plant Manager.
The Plant Operator:
- Will be required to wear various PPE when necessary. PPE to include, but not limited to (Tyvek Suits, Acid Rated Suits, Full Face Respirator, Dust Mask, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Gloves).
- Will be required to perform Confined Space Entry on tanks & floor pits (as needed).
- Will be required to shovel out various tanks and sludge boxes (as needed).
- Will be required to perform calibrations on pH & ORP Meters.
- Will be required to perform minor maintenance on various pieces of equipment when needed.
- Will be required to clean Plate & Frame Filter Presses (as needed).
- Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract.
 Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must hold a current Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) Class II or equivalent certification.
- High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.
- Four (4) years of experience in the operation of a wastewater pretreatment plant.
- Will be required to lift & carry 50lb. bags of chemicals up ladders & stairs to mixing tanks.
- Will be required to climb ladders & stairs to perform plant checks every 2 hours.
- Will be required to pass Respiratory Fit Testing as outlined in 29 CFR 1910.134 (fit testing is performed annually as required by our contract).
- Shall be knowledgeable in how to use Human–Machine Interface (HMI)/ SCADA software, which operates the applicable portions of the Plant. This software is run on various computers that are located in the Plant office and in the plants.
- Must be fluent in the English language, both verbally and in writing, and be able to read and understand English.
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
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