Operator I

Veoliaenvironnementsa; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Veolia Environnement seeks an Operator I to operate and maintain sludge and dewatering treatment equipment at our Baton Rouge facility. You will monitor processing, ensure water purity meets specifications, and support testing activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic math and reading skills, and the ability to use process control software. Team collaboration and willingness to take on additional duties, including on-call shifts, are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Some experience in a related position preferred.
• Ability to use computer programs for process control.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain sludge, dewatering treatment equipment and related processing and testing apparatus.
• Must learn and independently operate assigned machines to meet processing and quality targets.
• Work effectively in a team and be willing to take on additional responsibilities, including on-call duties.

Skills

English literacy

Mathematics basics

Teamwork

On-call readiness

Process control software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Operator I operates and maintains sludge, dewatering treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in refinery/industrial facility to purify water to meet customer specifications.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.
• Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently operate assigned machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets.
• Must demonstrate ability to learn and independently operate equipment such as pumps, engines, centrifuge, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed, odor control, disinfection equipment, sludge processing filters, belt presses and measuring/control devices, testing equipment and material handling equipment.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School diploma or GED
• Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.
• Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control
• Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).
• Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must be able to serve rotational 24 hour emergency on-call if required by site.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and a criminal background check.

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.