Wastewater Treatment Tech - BCV - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Wastewater Treatment Technician

Why Byrne

At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and professionalism. Our greatest strength lies in the exceptional talent and dedication of our team members across every part of the organization. We value their contributions and ensure they’re recognized, rewarded, and compensated in ways that reflect their impact and expertise.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Range – $31.00 - $43.00 per hour
• Competitive bonus programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
• Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employment
• Eligible for 401 (k) with a company match available on day 90 of employment
• Educational Support via tuition reimbursement and scholarship program

Work Shift and Location

3156 Byrne Hollow Crossing, Cortland NY 13045

Monday – Friday 6am-230pm

Job Overview

The Wastewater Treatment Technician plays a key role in executing assigned Wastewater tasks. This includes monitoring, operating, and maintaining dissolved air flotation wastewater treatment systems for assigned locations while ensuring continued compliance with applicable permits. The Wastewater Treatment Technician also ensures facilities maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and permit requirements/filing.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring and operating wastewater systems/equipment in person and remotely to track performance and adjust, as needed.
• Responsible for calibrating/maintaining probes monitoring the systems.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining system equipment and facilities.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment while following lockout/tagout procedures and safety protocols.
• Troubleshoots and works with Maintenance and Engineering staff to correct and improve equipment issues, along with working with and training plant Maintenance personnel on system operation.
• Work with chemical and equipment suppliers to optimize system performance.
• Coordinate sampling events and compile data.
• Complete tasks in support of the Environmental, Health & Safety department, as assigned.
• Responsible for complying with GMP’s, SOP’s, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations.

Min. Qualifications

• A minimum of GED or High School Diploma is required.
• Associate degree or higher in biology or science related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with wastewater systems, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Byrne

Headquartered in LaFayette, Byrne is a Central New York-based dairy company with a legacy spanning over 90 years. Its operations include an extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt, as well as an ESL manufacturing facility in Cortlandville. Byrne also maintains warehouse facilities in Syracuse and East Syracuse, along with a dedicated ice cream center in Syracuse. As a recognized industry leader, Byrne continues to drive innovation at the forefront of dairy processing and product development.