WASTEWATER TECHNICIAN

Wastewater LaborerPosition at Pilgrim'sJOB TITLE: Wastewater LaborerJOB KEY: #47000177EEO/AAP:FLSA STATUS: HourlyAREA OF USE: Waco Facility (Waco, Texas)ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms typical maintenance task to support the assembly floor and the entire facility.Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisorMaintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulationsPerforms prescribed preventative maintenance on machinery and the building or grounds as required.KNOWLEDGE & SKILLSMust be able to perform but not limited to the following skills: plumbing, electrical (assist the facilities electrician), machine repair, plant layout, and janitorial.Required to be familiar with and use all hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed and be well versed in the disciplines mentioned above.Must be able to read and interpret drawings, sketches, OEM instructions and specifications.Must feel comfortable with working in a team environment and outside contractors.Required to use considerable judgment when performing and planning to perform his/her tasks.JOB REQUIREMENTSMust be familiar with the waste water systemMust have a good work history and attendance recordMust have a history of safe work practicesMust be familiar with plant safety policiesMust assist in Dewatering RoomMust able to check and repair pumpsMust replace gear oil when necessaryMust be able to perform all maintenance required in wastewater departmentMust obey all USDA, HACCP, and PLANT rules and regulations including safetyMust be able to work with little or no supervisionTraining requirements: General safety, Lock-Out-Tag-Out, HAZMATPhysical demands: some heavy lifting and considerable moving of equipment required; lifting objects up to 70 lbs.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSHigh School / GED or tech school education.SUPERVISOR RESPONSABILITIES WORK ENVIRONMENTExposed to a combination of normal office type environments, and shop environments.Regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes, and noise.EEO/M/F/V/D Must complete an application to be considered for the position