Intern, Waste Water Operations
Posted on: 5 Nov 2021
Oxnard, CA
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform process control tests:
pH
Foam Control
F/M Ratios
Dissolved Oxygen
Phosphorus concentration
Nitrogen concentration
Ammonia concentration
Settled Volume
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) tests
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Maintain records of:
Test results and keep an operation log
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Perform action steps called for, depending on test results:
Adjust chemical feed rate
Adjust pH
Foam control
Adjust aeration per chamber, per blower
Adjust phosphoric acid feed ratio.
Adjust ammonium hydroxide feed ratio.
Manage waste biomass build up
Adjust flow rates to compartments
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Operate plant electrical and mechanical controls for the proper operation of the wastewater treatment plant:
Open/close throttle valves
Activate/deactivate pumps
Operate sampler compositor.
Operate blowers, control aeration rate.
Operate and maintain equipment
Coordinate outside lab sampling schedule to insure regulatory compliance.
Coordinate maintenance, repair, and cleaning activities with mechanics and sanitation crew.
Maintain facility according to safety and cleanliness standards.
Compile and file monthly reports and required letters to the City of Oxnard Wastewater Division.
Act as liaison with City of Oxnard Wastewater Division Supervisor when visiting facility.
Will start up system and break down system.
Coordinate chemical and waste disposal deliveries.
Participate in weekly status meeting with manager and supervisory staff.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Education
Currently have a 4-year degree or are enrolled in a 4-year degree program
Other
Available in early April through the end of July.
Flexible to work overtime.
Proven leadership skills.
Possess communication and organization skills.
Possess mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
Understanding of wastewater treatment basics.
Requires extensive walking and standing.
Wastewater Treatment Operator may sit to do some paperwork in the WWTP office, but most of the time will be overseeing the WW system to make sure production runs without interruption.
Required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Occasionally required to climb or balance.
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
J.M. Smucker
Orrville, OH
The J.M. Smucker Company is an iconic American company founded in 1897. Guided by a vision to engage, delight, and inspire consumers through trusted food and beverage brands that bring joy throughout their lives, Smucker has grown to be a well-respected North American marketer and manufacturer. Our balanced portfolio of leading and emerging, on-trend brands spans pet food and pet snacks, coffee, and consumer food and natural beverage.
For more than 120 years, our Company has remained under the constant leadership of our founding family – the Smucker’s. We are proud to have fostered success through five generations of family leadership by focusing on long-term growth and embracing a foundation of strong principles and clear communication.
Today, the Company remains rooted in our Basic Beliefs of Quality, People, Ethics, Growth, and Independence established by our founder and namesake, Jerome Monroe (J.M.) Smucker, more than a century ago. We strongly believe that our unique culture is foundational to our Company’s success and the sustained passion of our employees.
When we talk about our culture, we are referring to an environment that engages our employees, inspires passion for our brands, and makes people proud to work here — an atmosphere where everyone makes a difference.
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IndustryManufacturing
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No. of Employees7,140+
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Website
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