Operator - Wastewater

Veolia; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia in North America seeks an Operator to maintain water and wastewater treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment to meet permit and operational requirements.

You will monitor operating conditions, collect samples, record data, operate purification equipment, and ensure safety while working in an on-site operations environment; overtime and outdoor work may be required, and a valid driver's license and Rhode Island license are needed.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Basic math ability; associate degree in science/technical area preferred.
• 2–5 years’ experience in water/wastewater environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Collect and test water and sewage samples.
• Record meter and gauge readings and operational data.
• Operate equipment to purify and clarify water or dispose of waste.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, and work areas.
• Inspect all equipment regularly.
• Follow EPA regulations and safety standards.
• Work 100% in the operations environment.

Skills

Water treatment

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates in science/technical

Tools

Process control software

Lab testing equipment

PPE training

Job 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:

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

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
• Collect and test water and sewage samples.
• 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.
• Spends 100% of the time in operations environment.
• May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicle 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.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School education or equivalent GED.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).
• Must have the ability to perform basic math equations. Associate's degree in a science or technical area strongly preferred.
• Two to five years’ experience in a related position and environment with knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of water/wastewater treatment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must demonstrate proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.
• Must consistently demonstrate the ability to operate assigned machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets under general supervision.
• Must demonstrate ability to efficiently 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 have the ability to diagnose process and mechanical problems in single or multiple unit processes, troubleshoot basic equipment and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.
• Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must be able to respond to emergency calls as needed and work extended hours to accommodate site needs.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• Typically holds or is working toward an intermediate level water and/or wastewater treatment certificate. (Requires minimum water/wastewater license as required by regulatory agencies at the site).
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Rhode Island Wastewater Grade I is 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

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.

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