Water & Wastewater Plant Operator — Impactful On-Site Role

Veolia; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Veolia seeks a Water/Wastewater Plant Operator in Dowagiac, MI to monitor and operate treatment plant equipment, collect samples, run tests, and maintain records. The role includes minor repairs, chemical adjustments, and safety procedures in daily operations.

Responsibilities cover plant diagnostics, regulatory reporting, and responding to incidents while keeping detailed logs and equipment logs up to date.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some water and/or wastewater experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Safety procedures in maintenance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment plant equipment (pumps, valves, motors, blowers, chemical feeds).
• Collect samples, run tests, and maintain records; adjust chemical treatment as needed.
• Ensure plant records/reports are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist regulatory inspections and respond to hazardous releases or incidents.
• Log daily observations and data in logbooks and computer systems.

Skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

MI S3/D3 Water License or Class C Wastewater License within 2.5 years

Job description

Veolia seeks a Water/Wastewater Plant Operator in Dowagiac, MI to monitor and operate treatment plant equipment, collect samples, run tests, and maintain records. The role includes minor repairs, chemical adjustments, and safety procedures in daily operations.

Responsibilities cover plant diagnostics, regulatory reporting, and responding to incidents while keeping detailed logs and equipment logs up to date.