O&M Technician II

Veolia; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Wastewater Facility Operator to manage day-to-day O&M of the wastewater facility, including infrastructure, equipment, and grounds. Under Project Management, you will perform routine PM, collect samples, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining detailed records.

The role requires safety-conscious teamwork, strong reading and math skills, and the ability to operate SCADA/PLC-equipped systems. On-call shifts and weekend work are required as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2–3 years of experience in water or wastewater or related field.
• Experience in a laboratory or utility-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater facility equipment and systems.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance activities.
• Collect wastewater samples and monitor laboratory results.
• Maintain proper operation records and ensure safety/regulatory compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and be on-call as needed.
• Work weekends/holidays on a rotating schedule.
• Assist in coordinating with contractors and project teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Mechanical aptitude

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Reading, math, writing

Ability to follow instructions

Computer skills (Windows/Office, CMMS)

SCADA/PLC knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

PLC

CMMS

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Under the direction of Project Management, performs work involving the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the wastewater facility including all related infrastructure, equipment, buildings and grounds.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs technical O&M activities related to the wastewater facility, including all related infrastructure, equipment, processes and systems.
• Performs routine PM activities related to all infrastructure, equipment, processes and systems.
• Conducts Wastewater sampling and laboratory monitoring per Project and Regulatory requirements.
• Assists in ensuring all equipment and processes are well maintained and functioning properly.
• Perform work in a safe and professional manner by following all corporate and regulatory policies, procedures, and emergency response procedures.
• Work weekends, holidays, and be on-call on a rotating basis/schedule with fellow operators.
• Respond to emergencies, work additional hours as required to complete tasks as/and when needed.
• Assists project and department to develop a culture of focus and engagement at the project to achieve EH&S excellence.
• Completes and maintains proper operational and maintenance documents and records.
• Operates project vehicles, heavy equipment, forklift, etc.
• Performs cleanup/housekeeping activities at all facilities, buildings and grounds.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to all kinds of weather conditions.
• Incumbent may be occasionally exposed to some noise, silica, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, solvents, and vibrations.
• Incumbent may work on slippery/uneven surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, moving objects/vehicles, and ladder/scaffolding, below ground and may be exposed to water and other liquid materials.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• 2-3 years of experience working in the water or wastewater industry or related fields.
• Experience in a laboratory or utility related field, or a combination of education and experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong reading, math, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment.
• Computer skills, knowledge of Windows, Office, Operations, Lab and CMMS programs, SCADA and PLC equipment and systems.
• Troubleshooting/problem solving skills, provides input for corrective actions and implements corrective actions as needed.
• Ability to understand/execute written and oral instructions, read/understand technical instructions and manuals.
• Working knowledge and skills to operate specialty tools specific to Departmental needs and requirements.
• Ability to operate complex controls, processes, and equipment.
• Ability to maintain and repair equipment, have a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems, processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of wastewater regulations, requirements & reporting.
• Must be able to work as a team in a teamwork-oriented environment.
• Must be safety conscious and at times be able to work independently with little/no supervision.
• Must be able to work closely with local contractors.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• Valid MN Grade IIA or higher Wastewater Treatment Operator License.
• Valid MN Driver’s license and the ability to meet risk management guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit.
• Must have manual dexterity.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to distinguish color, close vision and distance vision.

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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.