Operator-Mechanic

What good is a job without great benefits to

reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY
Inspect, maintain, and control process equipment and perform mechanical maintenance throughout the plant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Apply to all regulations that provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the plant to meet processing, permit, and other applicable requirements.
• Perform preventative, corrective and emergency mechanical maintenance on all equipment throughout the plant under the direction of the Plant Manager such as welding, piping and refurbish equipment.
• Identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical malfunctions throughout the plant which includes documenting problem and resolution as well as reporting all problems and resolutions of mechanical malfunctions to the Plant Manager.
• Monitor and control plant operations in accordance with company policies and plant standard operating procedures.
• Maintain records of plant operations including, but not limited to, hourly operating data and abnormal operating conditions. Ensure that the facility operations within permit compliance, at/above design capability, and produced high quality product at all times.
• Perform fire guard duty as well as confined space watch.
• Participate and complete training programs within the time frame allotted.
• Perform any general work or other assignments necessary to ensure the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the facility to include sweeping, shoveling, and other housekeeping activities.
• Maintain work tools and ensure work tools are put in appropriate secure place after using.
• Demonstrate safe behaviors at all times and to perform their job in a safe manner.

STATUS AMD SCOPE

• Ability to weld, fit pipe, refurbish equipment, set and align rotating equipment.
• Ability to wire and unwire motors and perform zero energy check with a multi meter.
• Ability to recognize operational inconsistencies and hazards in the workplace and display proper judgment in responding to them.
• Ability to operate powered equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner while on ground surface as well as at heights.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of plant fire protection apparatus and systems and ability to operate all fire protection equipment.
• Able to work varying shifts, overtime, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins.
• Communication skills – verbal and written.
• Ability to operate a computer.

COMPENTENCIES
Organizing: Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
Peer Relationships: Is seen as a team player and is cooperative.
Flexibility: Is very flexible and adaptable, can act differently depending upon the situation.
Time Management: Values time, uses his/her time effectively and efficiently.
Ethics and Values: Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times.
Integrity and Trust: Admits mistakes and is seen as a direct, truthful individual.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum HS Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 2 – 4 years’ experience as an operator in wastewater, steam, or other process plant operations, or equivalent

This is a summary of principal responsibilities and is not intended to include all duties, which may be assigned.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.