Wastewater Technician

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location : Friona, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st - 2nd 
Compensation: $25.10/hr

Benefits Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

• Performing all aspects of sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process
• Performing routine and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on all wastewater and groundwater equipment
• Performing daily/weekly checks of monitoring equipment (samplers, probes, meters, etc.)
• Performing general cleaning and housekeeping throughout the Environmental Department’s area of operation
• Backfilling other positions/tasks as needed
• Completing daily wastewater lab testing and adjusting control inputs to the aeration system
• Operating the biogas system
• Entering data in excel spreadsheets and maintaining records

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Basic Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Have high school diploma or GED
• Have valid Texas driver’s license
• Good attendance record
• Work weekends on a rotational schedule
• Lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• General working knowledge of basic machinery, preventative maintenance, and repair
• Work effectively in a team environment and also have the ability to take independent action in a timely manner using good judgement with minimum supervision
• Successful candidate will be required to take wastewater and water classes and obtain both (Wastewater and Water Operator licenses) within ONE YEAR of employment

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet