Waste Water Operator Job at Darling International Inc. in Fayetteville

Company Details Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries – transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We are the number one publicly‑traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy. Darling Ingredients offers full‑time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to 401(k), health, dental and vision insurance, and paid time off. Job Summary The Wastewater Operator controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. Performs tests, maintenance, and ensures proper operation of all wastewater‑related equipment. Other duties are assigned by the Plant Manager. PROPOSED SCHEDULE: 7 pm–7 am, 4 days a week Essential Duties/Responsibilities Proper operation of the evaporator Proper operation of plant skimmer Chemical inventory and addition throughout wastewater treatment processes Perform wastewater tests as needed Proper operation of DAF Control flows throughout wastewater treatment processes Daily clean foot valves and flow meters at pump stations Monitor MBBRs Service and lube pumps and gearboxes as needed Help maintenance with projects or work in the area of responsibility Monitor aerators and mixers Proper operation of disinfection system Proper operation of all scrubbers and ancillary equipment Proper operation of cooling towers Apply chemicals to sustain a minimum of a 24‑hour period Dump a container of grease solids using a forklift Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Minimum 1‑year prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment Willingness to obtain wastewater certificate Preferred Qualifications Self‑starter, stays busy with constructive work with little supervision Good with math Good oral communication skills Good penmanship Working Conditions and Physical Demands Working Environment – Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold. Exposed to bio‑hazardous conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical hazards, potential dangerous equipment, and travels to off‑site locations. Physical Demands – Sit: must remain stationary. Walk: must move around. Use hands: operate computer and other office machinery. Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: position oneself for computer work, including under desks and the server closet. Climb or balance: ascend/descend a ladder. Talk, hear, taste, smell: effectively communicate with coworkers and clients and detect hazardous conditions. Weight & force: up to 10 lb (occasionally), up to 25 lb (frequently), up to 50 lb (constantly), up to 100 lb (constantly), more than 100 lb (constantly). Vision Demands – Required: no special vision requirements, close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus. Additional Notes – The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients. Darling Ingredients is an equal‑opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr