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Valence

Wastewater Operator Level 3

Lawrence, MA · On-site

$1.5K/wk

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 ...

City of Boise

Wastewater Operator III

Boise, ID · On-site

$23.77 - $28.22/hr

Performs all duties of a PW Wastewater Operator level II, while also providing mentoring and team ... Possession of a Class III Wastewater Operator license. Direct work experience at a class 4 ...

Intermedia Group, Inc.

Wastewater Operator

Millsboro, DE · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

Will have a Level III WW License and have at least two years acting in a position of Direct ... Operating Experience in Wastewater Facilities of Class II or higher; two years in a position of ...

Intermedia Group

Wastewater Operator

Millsboro, DE · On-site

$68K - $83K/yr

Will have a Level III WW License and have at least two years acting in a position of Direct ... Operating Experience in Wastewater Facilities of Class II or higher; two years in a position of ...

City of Boise, ID

Wastewater Operator III

Boise, ID · On-site

$23.77 - $28.22/hr

Performs all duties of a PW Wastewater Operator level II, while also providing mentoring and team ... Possession of a Class III Wastewater Operator license. * Direct work experience at a class 4 ...

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Wastewater Operator Level 3

Lawrence, MA • On-site

Valence
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$1.5K/wk

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION
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: The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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
Retention Bonus $1,500.00
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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