Pendleton Biological Waste Treatment Operator

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Job Title: Licensed Wastewater Treatment Operator

Shift / Work Hours: Experience a dynamic work environment with rotating 12-hour shifts. You'll work from 8 AM to 8 PM or 8 PM to 8 AM, with alternating days off and occasional variations based on business needs.

Reports To: Utilities Supervisor

Job Overview: As a Wastewater Operator, your experience in biological wastewater treatment will be beneficial in managing our Wastewater Treatment Plant (65% of your time), Water Filter Plant (30%), and Air Compressors (5%), following a comprehensive training period before assuming full job responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize your D or C license (or above) to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the Wastewater Treatment Plant and related equipment (pumps, mixers, clarifiers, tanks, etc.).
• Oversee the Filter Plant and its equipment (raw creek pump station, coagulators, settling tank, sand filters, clearwells).
• Oversee the air compressor area, ensuring optimal operation and troubleshooting as needed.
• Conduct and analyze wastewater sampling and testing (TSS, COD, Nitrogen, etc.) per permit and company procedures, and ship samples to appropriate labs.
• Perform rounds at the Wastewater Facility and Filter Plant, checking pH, DO, pump speed, flow rate, and overall condition.
• Maintain accurate records from rounds and daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with the Plant’s SC DES NPDES permit.
• Participate in fire and environmental emergency responses, including manning fire pumps and assisting with security watches and spill responses.
• Maintain overall housekeeping of the Utilities area.

Compensation: Starting at a base salary for D level operators, with increases based on your Biological Wastewater Operator License level. Operator levels are determined by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (LLR), requiring specific exams and work experience.

Requirements:

• Excellent attendance and willingness to work holidays and weekends.
• Mobile Equipment License or willingness to train.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Moderate mechanical aptitude.
• Participation in plant safety processes.
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License for on-site company vehicle use.
• Physical ability to perform tasks requiring exertion.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Basic Math skills (algebra, area/volume calculations, unit conversions, problem-solving).
• Efficiency, accuracy, and ability to work within time constraints while prioritizing and handling multiple responsibilities.
• Positive attitude and flexibility to learn new things and adapt to change.
• Good communication skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Biological Wastewater Operator License (D or C level and above).
• Previous mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience with MS Word and MS Outlook.
• Basic understanding of pumps, pH, sampling techniques, chemical feed systems, and lab equipment.

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.