Wastewater Operator III

Veolia; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Palm Springs is seeking a Wastewater Operator III. In this role, you'll monitor and operate wastewater treatment equipment, conduct laboratory tests, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and demonstrated skills in team collaboration, process diagnostics, and effective communication. Safety in operations is a priority, and candidates should be comfortable training new operators. This position offers the chance to contribute to sustainable practices in environmental management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize training.
• Ability to execute verbal and written instructions effectively.
• Experience diagnosing plant-wide process problems and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate equipment for wastewater management.
• Conduct field tests and advise on chemical dosages.
• Train Operators in Training and Operator I on operational duties.
• Adhere to process control procedures and report suspected malfunctions.
• Prepare chemical solutions and monitor supply levels; reorder as needed.
• Sample water and wastewater; service automatic samplers and calibrate meters.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment; issue work orders when needed.
• Operate forklifts and other plant vehicles for operations.
• Provide on-the-job training and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Team collaboration

Process diagnostics

Computer programs for process control

Verbal and written communication

Mathematics proficiency

Data interpretation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklifts

Loaders

Bobcats

Dump trucks

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

Position Purpose:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Wastewater Operator III to join our Veolia Palm Springs team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day monitoring and operation of equipment, routine laboratory tests, and minor maintenance activities, leveraging their experience to optimize plant performance. Our annual objectives include achieving successful wastewater plant operation with zero effluent violations, zero OSHA recordable incidents, and reduced overtime.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment manually and via instrument panels, computer terminals, and programmable logic control units within an assigned area.
• Conduct field tests (chemical, physical, and biological) to determine appropriate chemical dosages for process and odor control units or to modify unit processes.
• Monitor and observe operating conditions, record observations and data in the area shift log; diagnose fundamental operational problems and implement corrective actions; and communicate status, changes, and abnormalities in operating areas.
• Adhere to process control procedures for assigned areas; verify and report suspected malfunctions and variances to the supervisor.
• Prepare chemical solutions, monitor process chemical supplies, and recommend reorder points.
• Sample water, wastewater, sludge, and gases according to established schedules and procedures; and service automatic samplers.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and instrument calibration for portable meters.
• Execute minor maintenance, including routine preventive maintenance, lubrication, and minor adjustments; perform basic equipment troubleshooting, recommend solutions, and, where appropriate, complete work orders.
• Operate vehicles such as forklifts, loaders, Bobcats, and dump trucks for plant operational purposes.
• Provide on-the-job training for Operators in Training and Operator I in operational, maintenance, and safety duties as required.
• Ensure work is performed in a safe and professional manner by adhering to established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
• Perform cleanup and housekeeping tasks for the work area, tools, equipment, facilities, and grounds.
• Perform the duties of Lead Operator and related duties as needed.

Work Environment:

• Requires working in outdoor and indoor environments with varying noise levels and all temperatures and climatic conditions.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, train, and functionally supervise subordinates.
• The ability to execute verbal and written instructions effectively.
• The ability to diagnose plant-wide process problems, implement remedial actions, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Must possess the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and a willingness to readily assume additional or new responsibilities.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in using computer programs for process control.
• Strong reading, mathematical, writing, and verbal communication skills; scientific and mechanical aptitude; and the ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment.
• Must demonstrate the ability to efficiently