Operator II

About the role

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Position Purpose: The Operator works to maintain the wastewater treatment process at the facility and the integrity of the collection system through rounds, laboratory testing, preventative maintenance, and utilization of digital softwares. The Operator will participate in an on-call rotation to ensure coverage outside of regular eight hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Monitors treatment process and associated equipment via in person and remote inspection.
• Collects and analyzes wastewater, solids, and sewage samples for permit compliance and process control.
• Records plant data in written logs and digital softwares.
• Performs preventative and emergency maintenance for plant and collections system.
• Participates in on-call rotation for weekend/holiday and off-hours coverage.
• Assists sub-contractors, engineers, and outside personnel with upgrades, repairs and connections.
• Assists with maintenance of building and grounds (landscaping, plowing, cleaning, painting, trash removal etc.)
• Complies with MA DEP regulations.
• Ensures safety standards are met.

Work Environment

Spends 100% of the time in operations environment. Will need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicle to perform duties.

• May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work environment temperatures, slippery surfaces, biological hazards, loud noises and electrical equipment.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School education/GED with the ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).
• Associate's/Bachelor’s in a science or technical area strongly preferred.
• One to five years of experience in a related position with knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of wastewater treatment preferred.

Skills

• Must have the ability to perform basic math equations.
• Must demonstrate ability to efficiently operate equipment such as pumps (water, sludge chemical), engines, motors, generators, valves/gates, mixers, blowers, belt presses, and laboratory equipment.
• Must have the ability to diagnose process and mechanical problems and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Must be able to use computer, learn related programs/applications for data entry and process control.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE