Water & Wastewater O&M Technician – Skilled Operator

Veolia NA; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking a technician to assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater treatment facilities. You will monitor equipment, collect samples, run tests, adjust chemical treatments, and maintain thorough records.

The role involves assisting regulatory inspections, handling hazardous material incidents, and documenting daily activities. A high school diploma is required, with wastewater experience preferred, and a valid driver's license is necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with all levels including team, management, clients, and vendors in a professional manner.
• Safety procedures in maintenance and operations.
• Operate electric motors and related equipment and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and operates wastewater treatment plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, blowers, and chemical feed equipment.
• Collects samples, runs tests, and keeps records; adjusts chemical treatment as required.
• Participates in treatment processes and plant laboratory analyses; maintains equipment.
• Keeps plant records and reports accurate and timely.
• Assists regulatory representatives inspecting the plant.
• Responds to accidental releases of hazardous liquids and gases; performs confined space entries as required.
• Writes daily logs and enters data into computer systems.

Skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Veolia North America is seeking a technician to assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater treatment facilities. You will monitor equipment, collect samples, run tests, adjust chemical treatments, and maintain thorough records.

The role involves assisting regulatory inspections, handling hazardous material incidents, and documenting daily activities. A high school diploma is required, with wastewater experience preferred, and a valid driver's license is necessary.