Entry Level Wastewater Technician

Veolia | Water Tech; Town of Oconto (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies in the United States is seeking a trainee to learn to operate and control wastewater treatment plants and related equipment. The role requires travel to facilities and eventual state wastewater certification within the first year of employment.

You will study for state exams, maintain safety standards, assist with data collection, inventory, and coordination with clients and Veolia management to optimize treatment processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in a related field preferred (chemical, biological, mechanical, engineering).

Responsibilities

• Designate weekly time for general wastewater studies to obtain a license within the first year.
• Comply with Veolia and client safety programs and parameters.
• May compile data for EPA or state regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate with other operators to maintain wastewater treatment equipment.
• Consult with clients and Veolia management to determine best treatment for wastewater.
• Manage inventories including lab supplies and equipment parts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Operational experience

Team mentality

Lab data analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or Associate degree (chemical, biological, mechanical, engineering preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia’s Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for learning to operate and control multiple Veolia operated Wastewater treatment plants, systems, and equipment. Some travel will be required to learn multiple treatment facilities, and some work‑from‑home hours will be required to progress through the DEP# training program. State Wastewater certification must be obtained during the first year of employment.

Key Characteristics (Highlight characteristics required to succeed in the role)

• Willingness to learn to operate and control electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate flow of water into treatment facilities, perform all scheduled maintenance, service, and new installations of water treatment equipment.
• Willingness to learn procedures for testing accurate record keeping of client data such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, and water pressure.
• Willingness to learn the biological and chemical control procedures used to operate wastewater facilities.
• Ability to remain self motivated and balance work time between: studying for a state wastewater exam, operating your local wastewater facility, and traveling to other facilities to learn their processes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Designate specific hours each week for general Wastewater industry studying, with the goal being to achieve a Wastewater license within the first year of employment.
• Comply with all Veolia and Client's 's safety parameters/programs.
• May be responsible for compiling data for the Environmental Protection Agency or state regulatory body.
• Coordinate with other operators throughout the Client's facility in order to maintain the plants Wastewater treatment equipment.
• Consult with Clients and Veolia management in the operations of their Wastewater plant to determine the best treatment for their Wastewater.
• Management of inventories including lab supplies, consumable items, and equipment parts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency Google Suite of Apps and Microsoft equivalents required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written, required.
• Willingness to learn and be able take instructions on Wastewater treatment processes
• Operational experience of Water Treatment Equipment preferred
• Ability and desire to build and maintain a "team mentality"
• Analyze lab data to uncover potential treatment issues and then implement process changes to prevent non-compliance.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred (if applicable):

• 1-year of experience in a related field
• Bachelors or Associates degree in a related field (chemical, biological, mechanical, engineering preferred)

Working Conditions :

• Typical working conditions for this position include a wastewater treatment plant and the outdoors. The job holder could be exposed to extreme weather conditions (extreme heat and cold), burns, chemicals, dangerous systems, dirt and dust, electrical hazardous, grease and oil, loud noises, vibrations, steam and high levels of moisture, and other hazardous conditions.
• This position requires the job holder to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds, climb a vertical ladder up to 30 feet, stand for long period of time, walk on uneven surfaces, regular bending, climb onto and exit a forklift in a safe manner, use of extension ladders on a daily basis, ability to climb into and maneuver body in tight spaces.
• This position requires the ability to travel for work 15% of the year. Travel will be completed in 1-2 week increments.
• This position requires the job holder to be able to work both day and night shifts
• This position requires the job holder to be able to work 12 hour shifts.

Additional Information

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll receive comprehensive mentoring, extensive technical and commercial training, and clear pathways for career advancement in the growing field of water treatment and environmental sustainability.

We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

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