Wastewater Operator II - 3rd Shift

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Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others.  As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems.  We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

JOB SUMMARY:

The wastewater operator will oversee and maintain the treatment of wastewater to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. They will monitor and adjust equipment, perform routine inspections, and conduct tests to assess water quality. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing system malfunctions to main efficient operations. Additionally, the operator will maintain accurate records of processes and ensure safety protocols are strictly followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform analyses, recording measurements/actions in applicable record logs.
• Recognize unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions and be able to take immediate actions.
• Able to troubleshoot and has a basic understanding of process flow and mechanical functions.
• Familiar with basic chemicals, chemical compounds, and reactions.
• Inspect equipment and perform routine cleaning/ preventive maintenance.
• Keep work area neat and organized.
• •  Monitor and regulate waste treatment discharge to align with all applicable regulations.
• •  Ability to keep working relationships, communicate effectively and work with minimum supervision.
• Experience in manufacturing environment for +1 year.
• Assist in the maintenance, repair, and replacement of motors, pumps, gearboxes, pulleys, belts, and other parts of the wastewater process
• Perform extensive and in-depth preventive maintenance inspections, checks, and services
• Current license in physical chemical wastewater treatment and desire to continue education to obtain higher license.
• Knowledge of process chemicals; dangers associated with safely handling hazardous chemicals.
• Solid understanding of operation, methods, and procedures of waste treatment.
• General arithmetic
• Reach, grasp, lift 35 Ibs, and push/pull/slide heavy material
• Make coordinated movements of the hands and arms to grasp and move objects.
• Stoop, bend, squat, crawl, and climb

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Physical/Chemical Wastewater – Class B
• Ability to become forklift & MEWP certified
• Strong computer, math, and reading skills
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to an ever-changing environment and processes
• Must be able to follow established methods and procedures and perform work accordingly

• Ability to communicate with leadership and fellow team members in both written and verbal forms at a level above standard

• Ability to work from heights up to 45’ using fall protection
• South Carolina Environmental Certification Board Wastewater Operator License

Competencies:

• Accountability: Responsible for the consequences of one’s actions
• Analytical Thinking: Requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Attention to detail: Ability to see and become attentive to details
• Cooperation: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve a shared goal, even when the object at stake is of no direct personal interest
• Dependability: Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations; punctual and meeting work attendance and deadline requirements
• Flexible: Ability to respond, modify, and integrate change with minimal personal resistance
• Identification with Management: Ability and willingness to understand, accept, and carry out decisions and measures from managers
• Initiative: Recognize and create opportunities and act accordingly rather than waiting passively for opportunities to happen
• Innovation: Creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems
• Insight: Having and gaining insight into situations, problems, and processes
• Persistence: Continuance in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition
• Integrity: Adhering to standards, values, and code of conduct within position
• Stress management: Ability to perform under pressure and within fast-paced environments
• Reliability: Extent to which you can be counted on to do what is expected (completing assigned tasks, projects, and meeting deadlines)