Industrial Waste Treatment Plant Operator - 98908

Industrial Waste Treatment Plant Operator - 98908

Company:

The Boeing Company

Job ID:

00000432543

Date Posted:

2024-07-31

Location:

USA - Portland, OR

Job Description Qualifications:

Boeing Commercial Airlines has an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Waste Treatment Plant Operator to join our Processing team supporting our Portland, OR site.

Join our team and become a vital part of our mission to protect the environment! As a valued member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing industrial waste treatment systems and equipment. Your responsibilities will include adjusting, repairing, and ensuring the smooth operation of these systems to meet established standards.

But that's not all - in this dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a tangible impact on environmental sustainability. Imagine being at the forefront of innovation, using state-of-the-art equipment to safeguard our planet for future generations.

As you maintain surveillance of check stations, gauges, and recorders, you will be the guardian of our environment, ensuring that industrial waste is treated in accordance with the highest standards. Your dedication and expertise will be instrumental in preserving the delicate balance of our ecosystem.

By joining our team, you will not only be part of a dedicated group of professionals, but you will also be joining a movement that is committed to preserving our planet for future generations. Together, we can make a difference and create a sustainable future.

Position Responsibilities:

• Operate Industrial Waste Treatment Systems (e.g., Membrane filtration, Ion exchange, Cyanide wastes, Oil waste, Reverse osmosis, Clarifier), using continuous flow and batch processes to remove industrial wastes.

• Operate and maintain supply tanks/vats of dry chemicals/liquids (e.g., ferrous sulfate, polymers/coagulants, lime) for addition to waste stream.

• Perform pre-treatment of influent wastes from customers with appropriate chemicals (e.g., sodium metabisulphite, magnesium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, lime) to control PH levels, breakdown of Phenols or Cyanides and removal of heavy metals or solvents.

• Operate/monitor equalization/storage tanks, to transfer concentrated wastes into treatment systems at a pre-determined feed rate, maintaining acceptable PH/metal levels.

• Operate/monitor an on-line computer system to control equipment settings (e.g., pump pressures, temperatures, PH levels) for the pumping/flowing of waste liquids into and out of the treatment systems.

• Perform periodic sampling of treated effluent liquid for the Boeing environmental lab or municipal agencies (e.g., physical grab sample, Automatic Composite Sampler) to check for correct residual heavy metal, PH and/or Phenol levels, per federal, state, county, and Boeing requirements.

• Operate industrial wastewater testing equipment (e.g., PH tester, conductivity meter, colorimetric analyzer) checking influents/effluents for correct levels.

• Operate/maintain water pretreatment system, waste sludge filter press and sludge dryer, removing excess sludge/metals from waste treatment system (e.g., Microfiltration system, Reverse Osmosis, ultra filtration).

• Perform daily/monthly check of waste system sensors (e.g., PH, conductivity, temperatures) maintaining low/high set points by adjusting/calibrating the equipment.

• Perform (PM) periodic maintenance on equipment (e.g., fume scrubbers, oil/water separators), cleaning, checking for leaks and/or maintaining chemical levels, filter cartridge changes on deionizing units and removal, cleaning, installation and/or replacement of membrane filters on ultra filtration units.

• Move drums or bags of chemicals for use in waste treatment plant, using the appropriate equipment (e.g., overhead crane, scissors/snorkel lift, electric stacker).

• Coordinate and work with other organizations (e.g., environmental engineers/administrators, shop personnel) to properly identify and dispose of hazardous industrial wastes and resolve regulatory issues.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.