Water & Wastewater Operator — Frontline Tech & Maintenance

Water Technologies; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) with company matching

FSAs / HSAs

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia in the United States is seeking a Water Operator 1 to provide operation and maintenance support on water and wastewater treatment systems across various industries. You will work on filtration, softening, RO, IX, de-oxygenation, and UF technologies, including unloading Process Filter Presses.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, ability to perform physical tasks, and willingness to work overtime as needed. Comprehensive benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 2+ years’ service/maintenance in an industrial environment.
• Preferred STEM degree or instrumentation certificate.

Responsibilities

• Empty Process Filter Presses
• Power wash pits and equipment including confined space entry
• Carry out filter changes, process cleaning, and operations as directed by Shift Leads
• Maintain site paperwork and provide summaries of work performed
• Communicate inventory of spare parts and chemicals
• Monitor and maintain water and wastewater systems as directed
• Monitor and maintain chemical injection systems as directed
• Perform analytical testing as directed
• Maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical knowhow

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Home School Certification or international equivalent

STEM degree or instrumentation certificate (preferred)

Job description

Veolia in the United States is seeking a Water Operator 1 to provide operation and maintenance support on water and wastewater treatment systems across various industries. You will work on filtration, softening, RO, IX, de-oxygenation, and UF technologies, including unloading Process Filter Presses.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, ability to perform physical tasks, and willingness to work overtime as needed. Comprehensive benefits accompany this opportunity.