Licensed Water Treatment Operator I - Safe, Efficient Plant Ops

Veolia; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia in Georgia seeks a wastewater treatment plant operator to participate in operation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater facilities. The role involves monitoring pumps and related equipment, collecting samples, and keeping precise records to support regulatory inspections.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred water/wastewater experience and GA Class 3 Water Certification within one year.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with all levels including team, management, clients, and vendors in a professional manner both orally and in writing.
• Safety procedures in maintenance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and operates wastewater treatment plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, blowers, and chemical feed equipment.
• Adjusts and makes minor repairs to wastewater treatment plant equipment, collects samples, runs tests and keep records.
• Participates in treatment processes, plant laboratory analyses and the operation and maintenance of all plant equipment.
• Ensures that all plant records and reports are completed and maintained accurately and on time.
• Furnishes necessary assistance to regulatory representatives inspecting the plant.
• Responds to and controls accidental releases of hazardous liquids and gasses, performs confined space entries as required.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Water/wastewater experience (preferred)

Job description

Veolia in Georgia seeks a wastewater treatment plant operator to participate in operation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater facilities. The role involves monitoring pumps and related equipment, collecting samples, and keeping precise records to support regulatory inspections.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred water/wastewater experience and GA Class 3 Water Certification within one year.