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A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$60,204 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Waste Water Operator 1 Darling Ingredients Inc. vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) United States, Michigan, Hamilton 5900 Old Allegan Road (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026
We're one of the world's leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy. The Wastewater Operator controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. Performs tests, maintenance, etc. to ensure proper operation of all wastewater-related equipment. Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Proper operation of the evaporator.
Proper operation of plant skimmer.
Chemical inventory and addition throughout wastewater treatment processes.
Perform wastewater test 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.
Dumps 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.
Willing to obtain wastewater certificate. Preferred Qualifications Must be a self-starter and stay busy with constructive work with little supervision.
Good with math.
Good oral communication skills.
Good penmanship. Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off. 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.
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