Wastewater Mechanic- 1st Shift & 3rd Shift

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YOUR OPPORTUNITY:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

The wastewater mechanic is responsible for the maintenance of the wastewater pretreatment plant, skimmer buildings and related equipment. They will be responsible for the upkeep of the grease tankers and assist with startup, operation and shutdown of wastewater pretreatment plant.

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:

• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders relating to wastewater equipment (pumps, bearings, meters, skimmers, etc.) and buildings.

• Maintain, troubleshoot and improve facilities and equipment
• Maintain Grease Tanker levels and facilitates Grease Tanker transfers

• Assist in operation of wastewater pretreatment plant.

• Follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year experience in a maintenance role.
• Mechanical aptitude for plumbing, electrical and general maintenance.
• The requirements also include those required for any other production position in the areas of Education, Language Skills, Mathematical Skills, Reasoning Ability, Physical Demands, And Work Environment.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• May be required to work long hours, holidays and weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to stand, use hands and/or fingers to grasp, handle, feel, reach and pull; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.