As anbased in
Turlock, CA
In this role, you'll perform a variety of tasks associated with learning the associated responsibilities of a certified water/wastewater operator – in preparation for receiving an entry-level certification.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Read meters and gauges, conduct tests and record data.
• Regenerate and rinse softener systems, perform cleaning of Microfiltration and RO membrane systems.
• Draws samples of product from tanks or sumps for laboratory testing.
• Report unit operating conditions to control room supervisor and monitors trends to assess plant process optimization.
• Make adjustments for evaporator vessel and heat exchanger cleaning, belt press controls and limit waste production using efficient plant processes.
• Turn valves and switches as to regulate temperature, pressure, pH, and flow rates, regulate equipment, such as compressors and blowers. Gauge product in tanks and operate pumps and agitators to mix polymer.
• Patrol area and inspect equipment to detect malfunction and leakage and perform preventive maintenance, such as lubricating, cleaning, troubleshooting leaks, replacing filters, and assist maintenance staff in performing routine and non-routine maintenance and repairs of pumps.
• Maintain an overall understanding of all systems and upgrades in order to train others and perform optimization.
• Maintain a constant awareness of new or different procedures or techniques for improving operations or assist to implement new procedures.
• Maintain control room and plant housekeeping and provide cleaning assistance to others.
• Monitor chemical offloading and perform drum change-outs of drum or small volume chemicals.
• Utilize All Terrain Lift to move sludge dumpsters, unload and load materials, dump trash dumpsters, aid with outage maintenance activities.
• Show initiative to work as a team with others as required and have ability to work alone.
• Support and comply with all environmental health and safety programs and policies.
**Schedule: Employee must be able to work 12-hour shifts (possibly rotating shifts)**
• Understanding of plant operational processes and procedures, including routine and emergency start-up and shutdown practices
• Operate Water Pre-Treatment, Microfiltration, Ion Exchange Systems, and perform lab testing
• Operate RO Water Systems and testing for water quality
• Operate Brine Concentrator systems and use instrumentation to determine proper operation
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, mechanical and electrical diagrams and drawings
• Knowledge of evaporation processes and basic HVAC
• Familiarity with industrial equipment operations and maintenance
• Ability to operate all terrain lift and/or forklift in safe manner
• Mechanical experience of pumps, motors, plumbing and simple machines
• Electrical and Pneumatic Systems experience
• PC/PLC experience
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions required
Ideally, you'll also have:
• Chemical Hygiene and HAZCOM experience preferred
• Proficiency with basic computer software preferred
• Ability to write detailed repair reports and good verbal communication skills
• 1-2 years experience preferred as industrial technician or similar responsibility
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.
• Must be able to perform job duties while wearing a respirator and ability to qualify for full-face respirator
• Must be able to lift and work overhead, to stoop and to crouch
• Must be able to lift and/or move 40 lbs on a regular basis
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations of 100 ft.
• Must be able to walk the full perimeter of the plant multiple times during the shift.
• Basic visual and auditory abilities.
• Must be able to regularly rope crank up to 10 lbs.
Work Environment:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts
- The employee will be regularly exposed to very dusty and noisy conditions
- The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions
- The employee may be exposed to chemicals used in the process
- Willing and able to work any shift, including overtime and weekends
- Candidates must successfully complete all required pre-employment requirements including physical, drug screen and background inquiry check
