Environmental Services Operator
Tue, December 8, 2009

SUMMARY:
Operation of Waste Treatment Systems including treatment of solutions and wastes in accordance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

WAGE TYPE: Hourly

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Monitors operations of the waste treatment room, maintains treatment chemical levels, and makes adjustments to the operations as necessary.
  • Empties filter presses and prepares sludge generated for proper shipment, including containerizing, marking, and labeling.
  • Initiates work orders as necessary to ensure all systems operate properly.
  • Maintains and calibrates probes on all measurement equipment.
  • Communicates with line personnel and assists in handling disposal requests.
  • Cleans and triple rinses empty chemical containers per EPA regulations.
  • Uses pumps and/or hoses to transfer chemicals from a variety of containers.
  • Maintains the waste treatment room in an orderly manner, including good housekeeping and safety practices.
  • Could potentially handle hazardous waste in containerizing, transporting, testing, or other assigned duties.
  • Any other tasks as required fulfilling Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:

  • Reports to: Area Leader, Environmental Services

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.

Education and/or Experience:
Preferred: Two years previous waste water experience and/or education
Must pass State Waste Treatment Certification Test within 6 months of hire.

Communication Skills:

  • Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
  • Must be able to read work instructions, safety procedures, labels on tanks and various chemical containers.
  • Able to communicate with operations personnel

Other Skills:

  • Corrected vision and dexterous use of both hands.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Training requirements as defined in the Learning Management System based on the role