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Waste Water Operator 1

Darling Ingredients
Fayetteville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026
Job Description

The Wastewater Operator controls water flows and processes through plant equipment and biological systems. Performs tests, maintenance, etc. to ensure proper operation of all wastewater-related equipment. Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

  • Proper operation of the evaporator.
  • Proper operation of plant skimmer.
  • Chemical inventory and addition throughout wastewater treatment processes.
  • Perform wastewater test as needed.
  • Proper operation of DAF
  • Control flows throughout wastewater treatment processes
  • Daily clean foot valves and flow meters at pump stations.
  • Monitor MBBRs.
  • Service and Lube pumps and gearboxes as needed.
  • Help maintenance with projects or work in the area of responsibility.
  • Monitor aerators and mixers.
  • Proper operation of disinfection system.
  • Proper operation of all scrubbers and ancillary equipment.
  • Proper operation of cooling towers.
  • Apply chemicals to sustain a minimum of a 24-hour period.
  • Dumps a container of grease solids using a forklift.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum 1-year prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment.
  • Willing to obtain wastewater certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Must be a self-starter and stay busy with constructive work with little supervision.
  • Good with math.
  • Good oral communication skills.
  • Good penmanship.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.

About Us

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.

About The Team

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster of this job.

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