Wastewater Operator

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, focusing on water, energy, and waste management. We seek an SS Operator 1 to support water treatment systems, performing operations, maintenance, and unloading of Process Filter Presses across a variety of technologies.

The role requires hands-on work in industrial facilities, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with Shift Leads to ensure continuous, compliant operation of critical water treatment processes.

Qualifications

• Excellent mechanical know-how.
• Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity.
• Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments including industrial and manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Empty Process Filter Presses
• Power wash pits and equipment including confined space entry
• Carry out filter changes, process cleaning, and process operations as directed by Shift Leads
• Maintain site paperwork, and provide summaries of work performed
• Communicate with Shift Lead on inventory of spare parts and adequate supply of chemicals and replacement parts
• Monitor and maintain systems as directed
• Perform analytical testing as directed
• Consult with Shift Lead and operation teams for direction
• Operate, monitor, and optimize equipment as directed
• Change and Clean Filters and other equipment / Pits
• Conduct maintenance and calibration activities
• Maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical strength

Industrial environments

Education

High School Diploma / GED

STEM degree or instrumentation cert (preferred)

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Summary:
As an SS Operator 1, you’ll be on the front lines providing operations and maintenance support on water treatment systems for one of our customers from one of a variety of industries. This mission critical role involves working on (and cleaning) a variety of technologies including, media filtration, softening, reverse osmosis (RO), ion exchange (IX), de-oxygenation, electro deionization, and ultrafiltration (UF). The primary duty is to unload Process Filter Presses.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Empty Process Filter Presses
• Power Wash Pits and Equipment including Confined Space Entry
• Carry out filter changes, process cleaning, and process operations as directed by Shift Leads
• Maintain site paperwork, and provide summaries of work performed
• Communicate with Shift Lead on inventory of spare parts and adequate supply of chemicals and replacement parts
• Monitor and maintain systems as directed
• Perform analytical testing as directed
• Consult with Shift Lead and operation teams for direction
• Operate, monitor, and optimize equipment as directed
• Change and Clean Filters and other equipment / Pits
• Conduct maintenance and calibration activities
• Maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent mechanical know-how
• Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities

Education & Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma / GED / Home School Certification OR international equivalent 2+ years’ experience of service/maintenance or equivalent in an industrial environment

Preferred

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Science/Engineering (STEM) or technical certificate in Instrumentation

Additional Information

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, and because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan with company matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.