Wastewater Technician

Veolia Environnement SA; Marinette (WI); Presencial; USD 48 000 - 64 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings A/c

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Resumo da oferta

Veolia Group in Lena, WI, is seeking a Wastewater Plant Operator to manage the Saputo Cheese Wastewater facility during primarily 12-hour night shifts, ensuring compliant treatment and reliable operation.

You will monitor pumps, valves, collect samples, test data, and coordinate with Saputo Cheese and Veolia teams. This role requires attention to safety, documentation, and problem solving, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Wastewater entry-level licensing or certification preferred.
• Experience in wastewater treatment operations is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain full operational coverage of the Saputo Cheese Wastewater facility, including 12-hour night shifts.
• Operate motors, pumps, and valves; collect and test samples to determine concentrations.
• Analyze lab data and implement process changes to prevent non-compliance; document data.
• Coordinate with Saputo Cheese and Veolia for equipment maintenance and optimal treatment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and assist with minor repairs.
• Compile data for daily/weekly/monthly reports for Veolia, Saputo and regulators.
• Coordinate with purchasing and scheduling for third-party maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Communication

Process changes

Mechanical aptitude

Independent judgment

Willingness to learn

Creativity

Team mindset

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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
This position is responsible for controlling the Wastewater treatment plant's systems and equipment to purify and clarify water for permitted industrial discharge in Lena, WII,

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete operational coverage of the Saputo Cheese Wastewater facility throughout all scheduled shifts (primarily 12-hour night shifts)
• Operate and control electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate water flow; collect and test wastewater samples to determine concentration levels and impurities
• Analyze lab data to identify potential treatment issues and implement process changes to prevent non-compliance; maintain accurate record-keeping of client data
• Coordinate with other operators, Saputo Cheese, and Veolia management to maintain wastewater treatment equipment and determine optimal treatment methods
• Complete all preventative maintenance at designated frequencies and assist with minor maintenance projects including chemical pump repair, valve replacement, and piping installation
• Compile data for daily, weekly, or monthly operating reports to Veolia and Saputo Cheese management; may compile data for EPA or state regulatory bodies
• Coordinate with Veolia purchasing department to order wastewater treatment supplies and with Saputo Cheese to schedule third-party maintenance support
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to make process changes based on lab data and general process knowledge
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Independent decision-making and judgment for commonly encountered problems
• Willingness to learn and ability to take instructions on Wastewater treatment processes
• Ability to develop creative and innovative ideas to improve processes
• Ability and desire to build and maintain a "team mentality"

Education & Experience:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred

• Wastewater entry-level licensing or certification

Working Conditions:

• Typical working conditions include a wastewater treatment plant and outdoors
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions (extreme heat and cold)
• Potential exposure to burns, chemicals, dangerous systems, dirt and dust, electrical hazards, grease and oil, loud noises, vibrations, steam and high levels of moisture, and other hazardous conditions
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds, climb a vertical ladder up to 30 feet, stand for long periods of time, walk on uneven surfaces, regularly bend, climb onto and safely exit a forklift, use extension ladders daily, and climb into and maneuver the body in tight spaces
• Ability to work both day and night shifts as needed, with primary shift designation being 12-hour night shifts

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. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

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

We also offer...
Opportunity for advancement. A place to build a career!
Training in valuable skills
Opportunity for new challenges. We’re growing!
Strong leadership team!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

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