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Koch Foods

Wastewater Technician

1 month ago by Koch Foods
  • Salary negotiable
  • New Market, TN, US
  • Full-time
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AI summary

Wastewater Technician role operating and maintaining the onsite wastewater treatment system on a 12-hour rotating shift at Koch Foods, a food manufacturing company. You'll handle monitoring, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting instrumentation, and basic lab testing/logging. Standout perks include weekly pay, on-the-job training, and a strong benefits package.

Key skills
Wastewater treatment system operationPreventive maintenanceIndustrial maintenance (manufacturing environment)Troubleshooting low-voltage equipmentInstrumentation (D.O. probes, pH meters, level transducers)Mechanical aptitude and hand toolsMaintenance and treatment log documentationBasic lab analyses and calculationsWorking with minimal supervision
Salary not listed — comparable US wastewater technician roles typically pay about $20–$30/hour (roughly $42k–$62k/year), depending on experience and shift differentials.
You'll thrive here if you have hands-on wastewater operations experience and strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, and you're comfortable working independently in tough industrial conditions.
Why apply
  • Weekly pay check
  • On-the-job training provided
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
Shift

12-Hour Rotating Shift

Description

Operate and monitor the wastewater treatment system. Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections. Clear blockages, clean screens, and maintain proper flow through the system. Diagnose and fix low voltage equipment, D.O. probes, Ph. meters, Level transducers, etc. Repair equipment as necessary. Maintain maintenance logs. Maintain accurate wastewater treatment logs. Conduct basic lab analyses and perform simple calculations. Communicate issues and status updates to management. All other relevant duties as required.

Requirements

Wastewater treatment system operations experience. Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Mechanical aptitude and ability to use tools. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Excellent troubleshooting and prolem solving skills.

Physical Requirements

  • Work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC).
  • Stand 8+ hours throughout work day.
  • Exposure to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production lines.
  • Regularly lift 50+ lbs. to include moving, lifting, and pushing machinery.
  • Regularly climb up and down ladders.
  • Frequently exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Benefits Information

Benefits Eligibility Varies Paid Time Off 401k Savings Plan Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available Company Sponsored Purchasing Program Perks & Bonuses: On-the-Job Training Provided Weekly Pay Check Promotional Career Opportunities All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided Company Cook-Outs, Safety Rewards, Giveaways, etc. Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!

Reference: 26854_5001200193406-14895e9c83053104a635a8be68fd0b8c·Original posting
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