Position Title: Waste Water Treatment Operator

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Othello 

Grade: 5A 

Requisition ID: 37190 

 

 

About the role.

The successful candidate will participate in the safe and efficient operation of an anaerobic digestion system, including a biogas collection system. You will leverage your curiosity and ambition to ensure optimal performance, drive continuous improvement, and help make doing business with McCain easy for our customers. Your teamwork and sense of ownership will be critical as you collect and analyze data, handle sludge and biogas production, and support the reliability of our large potato processing operation.

Operate and maintain all Waste Water Treatment equipment, including the Covered Anaerobic Lagoon (CAL), waste collection systems, rotary screens, clarifier, aeration basin, biogas collection and distribution systems, and ancillary equipment.Perform daily inspection of equipment and buildings, recording findings on specified check sheets to ensure transparency and accountability.Identify potential process upsets and promptly notify the Waste Water Treatment Lead, supporting a culture of open communication and rapid problem-solving.Comply with all state regulations, including the State of Washington Waste Water Permit, and uphold McCain’s compliance requirements and recordkeeping standards.Troubleshoot biological treatment system upsets, minimizing disruptions and contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.What you’ll need to be successful.

Ability to complete a training program for anaerobic digestion and biogas generation.McCain Scissor Lift Certification 

Strong verbal and written communication skills to express ideas, explain concepts, and actively participate in discussions.