Wastewater Operator - Hands-On Water Treatment Pro

Veolia; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Day

401(k) Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an SS Operator 1 to provide operations and maintenance support on water treatment systems for diverse industries. You will work with filtration, softening, RO, IX, de-oxygenation, electro deionization, and UF, with primary duties unloading Process Filter Presses.

The role requires physical work, adherence to safety protocols, and collaborative communication with Shift Leads and operation teams to ensure reliable plant performance.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma / GED required; international equivalent accepted
• 2+ years of service/maintenance experience in an industrial environment preferred
• Bachelor's/Associate degree in Science/Engineering or technical certificate in Instrumentation preferred

Responsibilities

• Unload Process Filter Presses
• Power wash pits and equipment with safety practices
• Carry out filter changes and cleaning as directed by Shift Leads
• Maintain site paperwork and provide work summaries
• Monitor inventory of spare parts and chemicals
• Operate, monitor, and optimize equipment as directed
• Perform maintenance and calibration activities
• Maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Industrial environment adaptability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

STEM degree / Instrumentation certificate (preferred)

Job description

Veolia is seeking an SS Operator 1 to provide operations and maintenance support on water treatment systems for diverse industries. You will work with filtration, softening, RO, IX, de-oxygenation, electro deionization, and UF, with primary duties unloading Process Filter Presses.

The role requires physical work, adherence to safety protocols, and collaborative communication with Shift Leads and operation teams to ensure reliable plant performance.