Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee (Paid Training)

Veolia; Village of East Rockaway (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia in North America is a leading environmental services company seeking a Wastewater Plant Operator to support daily plant operations and data recording. Under supervision, you will monitor meters, operate equipment, collect samples, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, with opportunities to progress toward NYS Wastewater Treatment license within 24 months.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, teamwork-focused, and able to work outdoors in varying

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; associate degree or equivalent is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and related equipment.
• Strong math, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to obtain NYS Wastewater Treatment license within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Record and read meters for pumps, gauges, motors per regulatory requirements.
• Record tank levels and sludge blanket levels.
• Operate plant equipment such as pumps and cranes.
• Adjust valves and optimize equipment to maintain efficient operations.
• Maintain a logbook and prepare work requests for repairs.
• Troubleshoot and report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Reading meters

Data recording & reporting

Math & calculations

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent in Environmental Science/Engineering/Biology/Laboratory

Tools

Windows

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Veolia in North America is a leading environmental services company seeking a Wastewater Plant Operator to support daily plant operations and data recording. Under supervision, you will monitor meters, operate equipment, collect samples, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, with opportunities to progress toward NYS Wastewater Treatment license within 24 months.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, teamwork-focused, and able to work outdoors in varying