Floater Wastewater Operator - Hope Plant at Tyson Foods, Inc. in Hope, Arkansas

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Job Details:




SUMMARY: This is floater position depending on the needs of the wastewater and offal department. Will be required to have flexible hours, obtain a Advanced Industrial Wastewater license in the allotted time frame, be able to drive a Offal Yard Dog Truck and forklift. Any other duties required of a wastewater operator, offal driver and attendant.


The position of MS-WWTO may be required to perform a variety of duties including, but not limited to: operation of wastewater analysis laboratory; operation and maintenance of wastewater collection system; operation and maintenance of wastewater pre-treatment system; operation and maintenance of wastewater full treatment system or operation and maintenance of any other type of water or wastewater treatment system. Activities may include, but are not limited to: collecting samples for analysis in accordance with EPA, state and/or health departments regulations; performing a variety of chemical analysis (both in and out of a laboratory setting); making system adjustments based on interpretation of results from chemical analysis; making educated decisions on maintaining regulatory compliance; performing mathematical calculations utilizing basic algebraic formulas and a calculator; completing computerized reports; compiling information and correctly completing monthly reports as required by permits, state authority, EPA or corporate management; utilization of basic organizational skills, basic mechanical skills, basic electrical wiring skills; proper communication of current operational status to upper management; maintaining operations logs; performing minor to major maintenance on equipment; operation of a spotter tuck and/or a fork lift.


The team member is responsible for monitoring the offal room, including but not limited to moving offal trailers cleaning, monitoring pit levels, monitoring offal material in pit and notifying supervisor if a cleanout needs to be scheduled, notifying supervisor when there is mixed feather/meat trailers, communicating with maintenance of any equipment that needs repair, notifying maintenance if a pump fails, and notifying the truck driver when the trailer is full to prevent overloaded trailers.



REQUIREMENTS:


Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: 1+ years Wastewater experience (preferred)

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills with knowledge in Word and Excel

Communication Skills: Good interpersonal and communication skills are
critical

Certification: Must successfully complete a storm water training
program selected by site management within thirty days. Candidates must
also successfully complete "Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume I" and
"Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume II" correspondence courses through
California State University Sacramento within twelve months, and must
obtain lowest grade certification program within twelve months or in
accordance with State regulations

Other Requirements: Successful candidate must have a valid driver's
license, and will be required to obtain higher levels of certification
and training up to Level A at this facility. Any team member who fails
to meet and maintain the minimum qualification levels as required by
State regulations will be disqualified as MS-WWTO and offered the
opportunity to bid out, be reassigned or terminated.

Physical Requirements: Physically lifting of heavy objects (50-75
pounds), climbing and/or descending stairs or ladders, grounds keeping,
painting, general housekeeping, working in unsanitary conditions,
working with hazardous chemicals, obtaining/maintaining HAZ-MAT
training.


Must be able to mend and twist both hands and wrists continuously, must be able to stand for the entire shift, must be able to work in a cold, warm, and/or damp environment, as well as be able to perform any other duties assigned.

Supervisory: None

Travel: 1 to 2 trips per year



Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No



Work Shift:



ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)


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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.



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