Waste Water Operator Job at Pacific Coast Producers in The Dalles

Pacific Coast Producers, a leading food production company, is seeking a Back‑Up Wastewater Operator to join the team at its production facility in The Dalles, OR.

Summary

The position is entry level and covers the responsibilities of a Wastewater Operator during planned absences, with possibility to work as a General Laborer at $16.85/hour when the primary operator is covered.

Primary Duties For Wastewater

• Perform routine tasks related to facilities and grounds upkeep and maintenance.
• Operate wastewater solids dewatering system under management direction.
• Dose chemicals under management direction.
• Operate a forklift or pallet jack as needed to move solids bins, chemicals and equipment.
• Maintain day‑tank chemical supply, monitor, and adjust operation of nutrient and pH control dosing systems under management direction.
• Clean waste building and operate all pertinent equipment.
• Operate and monitor plant support systems, including sludge pumps, oilers, aeration equipment, belt filter press, sampling and metering equipment, and all associated valves, pumps, motors, and control circuitry.
• Document findings, efforts and activities in paper log and/or digital log format.
• Notify management of critical issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized and hazard‑free work area.
• Adhere to and comply with all state, federal and local regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to safe work practices and all operation and maintenance duties.
• Work with knowledge of hazards and precautions associated with the operations of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Know and be able to review, understand, and adhere to laws, ordinances and regulations governing wastewater NPDES Permit.

About PCP

Established in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is a cooperative owned by over 165 family farmers. The company grows and delivers a variety of produce—including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, and cherries—to production facilities in California and Oregon for processing and packaging. With more than 3,000 employees, PCP aims to produce the finest quality products for customers across all channels of trade in the United States and Canada.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing