Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee — Hands-On Training

Veolia NA; Village of East Rockaway (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Job summary

Veolia North America seeks a wastewater operations team member to monitor plant processes, record data, and support efficient, compliant facility operations. You will perform rounds, collect samples, adjust pumps and valves, and maintain logs under supervision, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Required are a high school diploma (GED) with preferred environmental-related studies or an associate degree.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Ability to read/record data from meters, gauges, panels and computer consoles.
• Knowledge of Windows, Google Workspace, MS Office Suite; basic lab sampling knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine rounds and record operational data.
• Maintain logs and reports; assist in corrective actions as directed.
• Operate equipment (pumps, valves, gauges) and adjust as needed to maintain compliance.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper documentation of work areas.

Skills

Reading data from meters

Math literacy

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Equipment operation

Windows/Office/Google Workspace

Basic lab sampling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

Computer consoles operation

Job description

Veolia North America seeks a wastewater operations team member to monitor plant processes, record data, and support efficient, compliant facility operations. You will perform rounds, collect samples, adjust pumps and valves, and maintain logs under supervision, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Required are a high school diploma (GED) with preferred environmental-related studies or an associate degree.