Environmental Coordinator at Western Sugar Cooperative
Western Sugar Cooperative · Scottsbluff, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Scottsbluff
Position Overview:
The Western Sugar Cooperative is seeking an Environmental Coordinator with a focus on wastewater operations for its Scottsbluff, NE facility. Reporting to the Environmental Lead, this role is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the facility’s wastewater lagoons and treatment systems, and aids with other environmental compliance programs, including air quality, spill prevention, stormwater management, and waste disposal.
This position offers the opportunity to obtain a Nebraska Class I Wastewater Operator Certification, with all required training and examination costs sponsored by Western Sugar. Advancement into a Wastewater Operator II role is available based on performance and certification.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment system, including UV disinfection and odor control systems.
- Conduct routine field sampling and monitoring of wastewater.
- Perform in-house laboratory bench testing for wastewater parameters.
- Operate and maintain other mechanical resources/tools needed to support environmental compliance programs other than wastewater, including, but not limited to, street sweepers, forklifts, sprinkler systems, air cannons, and aeration systems.
- Conduct visible emissions observations (EPA Method 9) and assist in the implementation of the site’s fugitive dust plan.
- Assist with housekeeping of outside areas, including routine inspection, labeling, and reorganizing of containers of chemicals, oils, and greases.
- When directed, assist in the proper handling and disposal of various waste streams, including, but not limited to, unused chemicals, oils, and greases; scrap metal; discarded parts and equipment; etc.
- Serves as laboratory backup for tank readings as needed.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
- Maintain complete and accurate records, including QA/QC documentation, for all monitoring activities.
- Maintain job-specific certifications and participate in ongoing training as required.
Qualifications:
- Able to climb stairs, ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs in compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.
- Mechanically inclined with basic maintenance skills.
- Prior wastewater or lab experience preferred.
- Willingness to obtain Nebraska Class I or II Wastewater Operator Certification preferred.
- Prior forklift experience and certification preferred.
- Nebraska Pesticide Applicator License preferred.
- Self-motivated, safety-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Position Type: Non- Union | Status: Non-Exempt | Travel Requirements: Less than 5% | Location: Scottsbluff, NE |
| Benefits: | Medical, Vision, Dental, LTD, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K with match opportunity and the Company also contributes an additional 6% discretionary amount into each employee’s 401(k) at the end of the calendar year. Vacation, Salaried Continuance Plan, Holidays, and Paid Sick Leave if required by applicable State Law. | ||
It is the policy of The Western Sugar Cooperative not to discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation or national origin. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training, layoff and termination. Western Sugar Cooperative is a Drug Free workplace.
