Water Production & Quality Technician

Veolia; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time

Job summary

Veolia in New Jersey is seeking a water treatment technician to optimize production and maintain water quality across treatment and distribution facilities. The role requires performing sample collection per NJDEP rules, calibrating equipment, and monitoring SCADA-driven processes with a focus on reliability.

The incumbent will manage chemical dosing, inspect and repair plant equipment, maintain reporting databases, and uphold safety standards while responding to emergencies as part of the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required with 3–5 years water treatment experience.
• Ability to learn to operate SCADA and related monitoring equipment.
• General knowledge of chemistry, biology and math applicable to water treatment.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples per NJDEP requirements to monitor water quality.
• Calibrate and verify lab and process equipment.
• Optimize day-to-day plant operations using SCADA.
• Monitor booster pumps, storage tanks, and treatment systems.
• Establish proper chemical dosing and inventory at the facility.
• Investigate water quality and pressure complaints; notify on-call personnel.
• Maintain and repair water treatment plant equipment.
• Prepare reports and maintain databases for Production.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulatory audits.
• Respond to emergencies as part of the Rahway Emergency Response Team.

Skills

SCADA operation

Water treatment knowledge

Chemistry basics

Biology basics

Mathematics

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

3-5 years water treatment experience

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

Veolia in New Jersey is seeking a water treatment technician to optimize production and maintain water quality across treatment and distribution facilities. The role requires performing sample collection per NJDEP rules, calibrating equipment, and monitoring SCADA-driven processes with a focus on reliability.

The incumbent will manage chemical dosing, inspect and repair plant equipment, maintain reporting databases, and uphold safety standards while responding to emergencies as part of the