Wastewater Operator (Non-Certified)

Experience a rewarding career with a stable manufacturer where you will earn competitive pay and excellent benefits. Join an industry leader where you will get paid to learn in demand skills and help you advance in your career. 

We are looking for a professional to join our Ward, SC team as a non-certified Wastewater Operator. Wastewater Operators are important members of the team, responsible for keeping the plant operating at maximum efficiency.  

Why join the Darling Ingredients team:  

• Competitive pay  
• Great Benefits – medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, paid time off  
• $500-$1000 annual contribution towards healthcare  
• 3% guaranteed contribution to your 401(k) account   
• Career growth – We will help you maintain your current certifications and obtain any new relevant certifications  
• Advancement opportunities – We are always looking for key players motivated to move up into higher level roles  

If you have the following, we want to hear from you:  

• Above average math skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook 

Essential Functions 

• Sample wastewater daily and record data. 
• Perform daily maintenance of wastewater system. 
• Prepare wastewater and finished product samples for lab. 
• Monitor plant water to assure quality and proper chemical balance. 
• Adjust chemicals and equipment as needed to maintain proper balance of water quality. 
• Perform minor and routine maintenance on wastewater control and treatment equipment. 
• Ensure that sprayers are being utilized on the correct fields and in compliance with state and federal guidelines. 
• Assist in sludge disposal. 
• Operates belt filter presses and dissolved air floatation (DAF) equipment.  
• Pumps sludge, drains tanks, cleans DAF and water clarification unit. 
• Monitors, maintains, and cleans equipment for Odor Control System. 
• Performs related tasks as required to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. 

About the Company:  Since 1949, Darling Ingredients, Inc. has been a leader in recycling used cooking oils and animal by-products into high-quality ingredients for biodiesel, livestock feed, and pet foods. Our focus is on customer service and protecting our environment for a sustainable future.  

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.