Plant Operator

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future.What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer: 15 days paid time off 10 Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire) Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire) Career growth and promotional opportunities Tuition Reimbursement JOB SUMMARYInspect, maintain, and control process equipment and perform mechanical maintenance throughout the plant. Adhere to all applicable regulations to provide, safe, reliable, and cost effective operation of the plant to meet processing, permit, and other applicable requirements. Night Shift (6:00pm - 6:00am)ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES1. Monitor and control plant operations in accordance with company policies andplant standard operating procedures2. Maintain records of plant operations including, but not limited to, hourlyoperating data and abnormal operating conditions.3. Ensure that the facility operates within permit compliance, at/above designcapability, and produces high quality product at all times4. Participate and complete training programs within the time frame allotted5. Perform any general work or other assignments necessary to ensure the safe,clean, and efficient operation of the facility to include sweeping, shoveling, andother housekeeping activities6. Enforce and maintain standard safety procedures and maintain clean work areaat all times7. Perform fire guard duty and confined space watchKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES1. Ability to recognize operational inconsistencies and hazards in the workplaceand display proper judgment in responding to them2. Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, instruction sheets,technical data, work orders and mechanical drawings in English3. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the plant fire protection apparatusand systems4. Ability to operate all fire protection equipment5. Thorough knowledge and understanding of occupational hazards connectedwith machine shop and general plant practices with emphasis on the necessityof safety policy compliance6. Ability to work varying shifts, overtime, holidays, on call duty and emergencycall-ins7. Communication skills - verbal and written8. Ability to operate a computer9. Ability to perform basic mathEDUCATION/EXPERIENCES1. High School diploma or GED equivalent required.2. Minimum 2 years' experience as operator or other process plant operations, orequivalent3. Strong mechanical & electrical aptitudeWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS1. Talking, Hearing, Seeing Sitting, Standing, Walking, Fingering, Kneeling,Crouching, Pushing, and Pulling2. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur insideand out.3. The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause worker toshout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.4. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions suchas proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current,working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure tobio-solids.5. The workers frequently is in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small,enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas whichcould cause claustrophobia.Salary Range: $23.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.AA/EOE/M/F/D/VWe thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.