Entry-Level Water Treatment Operator

Veoliaenvironnementsa; Concho (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and safety training

Job summary

Veolia Environnement seeks an Operator I to maintain water and wastewater treatment equipment and ensure regulatory compliance. You will monitor panels, adjust valves, collect samples, and support lab testing under supervision.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 1–2 years of related experience preferred, and the ability to work in a team with safety and emergency-response duties.

Qualifications

• Basic maths for process calculations.
• Ability to use PPE and safety equipment.
• Familiarity with process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Tends automatic and semi-automatic machines in potable water or wastewater treatment.
• Learn and independently operate pumps, engines, centrifuge, generators, valves and related equipment.
• Monitors control panels and adjusts valves remotely or manually.
• Records operating conditions in the shift log.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance as assigned.
• Conducts field tests and samples for process control and odor control units.
• Monitors chemical supplies and assists in laboratory testing per procedure.
• Maintains safety and housekeeping practices; supports plant operations.
• Assists in other areas and accepts new responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

PPE proficiency

Process control software

Teamwork

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in science/technical field preferred

1–2 years related experience preferred

Job description

Veolia Environnement seeks an Operator I to maintain water and wastewater treatment equipment and ensure regulatory compliance. You will monitor panels, adjust valves, collect samples, and support lab testing under supervision.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 1–2 years of related experience preferred, and the ability to work in a team with safety and emergency-response duties.