Wastewater Treatment Operator

Keymark Corporation, a leading manufacturer of aluminum extrusions and building products, is seeking a dependable Wastewater Treatment Operator to run our automated treatment system. You'll neutralize sulfuric anodizing wastewater and remove sludge so our discharge consistently meets EPA and DEC standards. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in environmental compliance, safety, and keeping a critical process running smoothly.

Keymark - NY has ample overtime opportunities available for their production and warehouse teams!

What We Offer

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• Pay: $20.00-$23.00 plus $1.50 night shift differential
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• Drug- and Smoke-Free Work Environment
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• Equal Opportunity Employer
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• 401(k) Savings Plan + up to 4% company match
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• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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• Free Life Insurance
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• Supplemental Coverages
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• Paid Vacations
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• 6 Paid Holidays
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• Sick Time
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• 1 Floating Holiday
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What You'll Do

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• Monitor influent and effluent flows through the treatment system
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• Watch control panels and maintain proper waste and chemical levels in all tanks
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• Test samples for pH and sludge settling, record readings, and make corrective adjustments
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• Move supplies and sludge using hand trucks and drum carts
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• Clean, lubricate, and maintain treatment equipment
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• Keep accurate records, including:
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• Daily activity logbook
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• Supply requisitions for feed-tank and test chemicals
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• Consumption of in-process chemicals
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• Maintain control of treatment system equipment and work safely around chemicals and machinery
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• Read and interpret system manuals, prints, layouts, and process flows
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• Identify Keymark waste streams and their proper treatment and disposal methods
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• Respond to and contain chemical hazards within the facility
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What You'll Solve

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• Chemical leaks and treatment adjustments to keep the system in compliance
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• Emergency situations, handled quickly and according to established protocol
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What You Bring

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• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
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• Basic knowledge of discharge permit limitations
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• Understanding of best operating practices for water treatment
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• Working math skills, including ratios
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• Flexibility to adjust your schedule when situations require it
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• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
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• Strong communication skills for coordinating with other departments and outside service providers
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Working Conditions

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• 98% indoors, 2% outdoors
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• Regular exposure to extreme heat, with or without temperature changes
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• Work around chemicals and industrial equipment; PPE provided
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Keymark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Keymark is a premier full-service aluminum extrusion company featuring in-house finishing capabilities, including anodizing, casting, extruding, extrusion die construction, painting, thermal barrier, thermal strut, and custom packaging. We manufacture custom and stock extrusions/profiles for the Automotive, Building & Construction (Curtain Wall, Commercial Windows, & Storefront), Consumer Durables, Distribution, Electrical, Machinery & Equipment, and Transportation markets. Our company has locations in Fonda, NY, and Lakeland, FL, and has been in business since 1964.