Entry-Level Water Systems Technician

Veolia | North America; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking an entry-level O&M Tech I to learn water distribution and wastewater collection system maintenance under supervision. The role involves using tools, equipment, and basic math to troubleshoot leaks and meter issues while supporting customer service tasks, inspections, and safety practices.

Successful candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license (CDL a plus), and a willingness to participate in training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment.
• Basic Mathematics.
• Basic computer software related to work.

Responsibilities

• Perform customer service duties such as turn-ons and shut-offs and checking for leaks or dead meters; report water use violations; assist customers in resolving water volume, leak, quality, and pressure problems; take water samples.
• Locate, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair meters, valves, pipes, and related appurtenances; flush water distribution and clean wastewater collection systems and operate valves.
• Assist and inspect repair work on water mains and wastewater collection systems and related appurtenances.
• Respond to customer complaints and emergency calls; use inspection equipment to identify causes and mitigate spills, leaks, and damage.
• Operate and maintain vehicles and a variety of tools related to maintenance and repair of water distribution and wastewater systems.

Skills

Hand & power tools

Trackhoe/Backhoe

Mathematics

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Veolia North America is seeking an entry-level O&M Tech I to learn water distribution and wastewater collection system maintenance under supervision. The role involves using tools, equipment, and basic math to troubleshoot leaks and meter issues while supporting customer service tasks, inspections, and safety practices.

Successful candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license (CDL a plus), and a willingness to participate in training.