Operator I

Veolia | North America; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking an Operator I to maintain water distribution, treatment, processing and testing equipment to meet permit and operational requirements.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic math, and the ability to use process control software. Applicants may need to perform 24-hour emergency on-call and operate in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and comprehend English; able to communicate in writing and orally.
• Must perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Able to use computer programs for process control.
• Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call if required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Record meter and gauge readings and operational data.
• Operate equipment to purify and clarify water or to process or dispose of waste.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas.
• Inspect all equipment on a regular basis.
• Follow U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
• Ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic math

Process control software

On-call availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Process control software

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

The Operator I maintains water distribution, treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in water treatment facilities to purify water to meet permit and operational requirements.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Record meter and gauge readings and operational data.
• Operate equipment to purify and clarify water or to process or dispose of waste.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas.
• Inspect all equipment on a regular basis.
• Follow U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
• Ensure safety standards are met.

Work Environment

• Spends 100% of the time in an operations environment.
• May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicles to perform duties.
• Possible Work Hazards: May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work environment temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards and electrical equipment.

Education/Experience/Background

• High School education or equivalent (GED).
• Some experience in a related position and environment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English, with the ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).
• Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control.
• 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.
• Must possess Water Distribution Grade 2.
• Water Treatment Grade 2 is preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Amount of time spent - Standing 25%, Walking 75% for as many as five miles per shift.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces.
• May be required to use ladders or stairs.
• The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds).
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requires close visual observation to detect process non conformance and machine malfunction.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $38.00 to $40.00 Per Hour.

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.