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Utilities-Waste Operator

Manus
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeAugusta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in waste treatment operations, including monitoring control panels, adjusting valves, and maintaining compliance with regulatory permit requirements. Proficient in operating power-generating equipment and conducting safety inspections while effectively communicating with team members and leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Waste Treatment OperationsPower-Generating Equipment MaintenanceRegulatory ComplianceTeam CollaborationForklift Operation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Monitor control panels and manually or remotely adjust valves and gates to regulate waste flow
  • Observe operating conditions, interpret readings and test results, and make required adjustments
  • Maintain operation logs and record meter and gauge readings
  • Complete daily analyses on sumps, waste tanks, interceptors, and the 18 AQW sump; record results
  • Transfer material from the 18 AQW sump to the POTW upon Manus approval
  • Inspect stormwater ditches daily and coordinate transfers to Ryan’s Hope
  • Discharge from Ryan’s Hope through the stormwater basin to Outfall #1 upon Manus approval
  • Collect waste samples manually or through automatic COD and pH sampling
  • Communicate significant operating variations to leadership
  • Complete weekly and monthly emergency safety equipment inspections and follow up on deficiencies
  • Operate and maintain power-generating equipment to provide site steam
  • Maintain plant utilities including chilled water, cooling tower, and air compressors
  • Coordinate maintenance activities, perform minor maintenance, write work orders, obtain approval, monitor completion, and process repair-status information
  • Complete documentation for processing, GMPs, safety, housekeeping, and sanitation
  • Maintain compliance with POTW and stormwater regulatory permit requirements
  • Assist with training new and existing employees
  • Participate in team activities and give and receive constructive feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Previous manufacturing experience
  • Some knowledge of utilities and/or waste treatment equipment and operations
  • Ability to follow minimal instructions and support safe work practices
  • Excellent team member with strong communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively
  • Flexibility with day-to-day duties and ability to thrive in a start-up environment
  • Highest professional and ethical standards
  • Familiarity with production fermentation and downstream processes and equipment
  • Familiarity with microbiological and analytical laboratory procedures
  • Flexibility in job rotations and various assignments
  • Basic PC skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to handle up to 50 lbs using available equipment
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders
  • Ability to wear protective equipment, including respirators
  • Ability to safely operate a forklift
  • Ability to work twelve-hour rotating shifts continuously with minimum absences
  • Certified/licensed Waste Treatment or Boiler Operator preferred
  • Delta V controls experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Opportunity for personal and professional advancement
  • Resources and freedom to succeed with accountability for high expectations
  • Team-based work environment
  • Company commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility

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Hard Skills
Control Panel MonitoringWaste Flow RegulationUtilities KnowledgeAnalytical Laboratory ProceduresBasic PC SkillsSafety Equipment InspectionMaterial Transfer CoordinationMicrobiological ProceduresValve AdjustmentDocumentation Processing
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsTeam Member CollaborationFlexibility in DutiesConstructive Feedback ReceptionWillingness to Train Others
Tools & Technologies
Delta V ControlsMicrosoft OfficeForkliftPower-Generating EquipmentSafety Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
Waste Treatment Operator CertificationBoiler Operator Certification
Industry Keywords
POTW ComplianceStormwater ManagementManufacturing ExperienceProduction FermentationDownstream Processes