Veolia | North America
Company Description
Veolia in North America is the top‑ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years. It is the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider, and a leader in hazardous waste and pollution treatment. Veolia 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. The company serves commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipal customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description Position Purpose:
The Water Systems Operator in training performs duties including, but not limited to: installing, maintaining, and repairing water mains, services, pipes, pumps, and wells; operating computer and process equipment; maintaining and repairing storage tanks and other water facilities; operating power‑driven equipment; following oral and written instructions; conducting work in a prompt and courteous manner; building good public relations; and working independently or as part of a crew.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities
Tends automatic and semi‑automatic machines and related equipment, including pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, chemical feed, odor control, and vacuum filters used to decontaminate wastewater.
Monitors control panels and adjusts valves and gates manually or remotely to regulate flow.
Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures, and related controls through instrument panels, computer terminals, and PLC units.
Records operating conditions and observations in the area shift log.
Ensures conformance to process specifications.
Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action according to procedure.
Reports suspected malfunctions and variances to the supervisor and takes corrective actions.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance and other maintenance items as assigned.
Performs manual labor, including filling, emptying machine bins, and cleaning equipment, facilities, and grounds as required.
Performs minor maintenance, including routine preventative maintenance, lubrication, and minor adjustments.
Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
Practices good housekeeping and disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
Performs field tests (chemical, physical, and biological) to pace chemical dosages for process and odor control units or alter unit processes.
Samples wastewater, sludge, and gases according to schedule.
Prepares chemical solutions and services automatic samplers.
Monitors process chemical supplies and recommends reorder.
Performs routine lab tests.
Performs routine instrument calibration for portable meters (e.g., dissolved oxygen, pH, H 2 S, percent oxygen, lower explosive limit).
Performs a variety of manual functions.
Follows established procedures for standardized or routine tasks.
Adheres to operational, process control, compliance, safety, and emergency response procedures.
Maintains schedule and specifications.
Suggests process improvements.
Uses initiative for recurring assignments.
Waits for direction for non‑routine activities.
Keeps supervisor informed of problems.
Assists in other areas of the plant as needed.
Work Environment
Spends 100% of time in the operations environment.
May need to work outside in inclement weather and drive the company vehicle to perform duties.
Possible hazards include fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards, and electrical equipment.
Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Required Certifications / Licenses / Training
A valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
Maintain a satisfactory DMV record and ability to maintain insurability.
Orientation, departmental operating procedures, safety, OSHA, and quality training.
HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II certification within 6 months of hire (if required by site).
Cross‑training if feasible.
Proficiency with all site‑specific PPE, including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.
Forklift certification if required at site.
Work toward higher‑level water treatment certification.
May perform advanced functions as part of training and development.
Physical Requirements
Standing 25% of shift; walking up to 75% (approximately five miles per shift).
Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.
Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch; enter confined spaces.
May use ladders or stairs.
Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds).
Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision; adjust focus; close visual observation to detect process non‑conformance and machine malfunction.
Additional Information Pay Rate:
$27.13 per hour.
Benefits:
Veolia’s comprehensive package includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more. Employees may also participate in an employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for union‑represented employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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Job Description Position Purpose:
The Water Systems Operator in training performs duties including, but not limited to: installing, maintaining, and repairing water mains, services, pipes, pumps, and wells; operating computer and process equipment; maintaining and repairing storage tanks and other water facilities; operating power‑driven equipment; following oral and written instructions; conducting work in a prompt and courteous manner; building good public relations; and working independently or as part of a crew.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities
Tends automatic and semi‑automatic machines and related equipment, including pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, chemical feed, odor control, and vacuum filters used to decontaminate wastewater.
Monitors control panels and adjusts valves and gates manually or remotely to regulate flow.
Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures, and related controls through instrument panels, computer terminals, and PLC units.
Records operating conditions and observations in the area shift log.
Ensures conformance to process specifications.
Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action according to procedure.
Reports suspected malfunctions and variances to the supervisor and takes corrective actions.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance and other maintenance items as assigned.
Performs manual labor, including filling, emptying machine bins, and cleaning equipment, facilities, and grounds as required.
Performs minor maintenance, including routine preventative maintenance, lubrication, and minor adjustments.
Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
Practices good housekeeping and disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
Performs field tests (chemical, physical, and biological) to pace chemical dosages for process and odor control units or alter unit processes.
Samples wastewater, sludge, and gases according to schedule.
Prepares chemical solutions and services automatic samplers.
Monitors process chemical supplies and recommends reorder.
Performs routine lab tests.
Performs routine instrument calibration for portable meters (e.g., dissolved oxygen, pH, H 2 S, percent oxygen, lower explosive limit).
Performs a variety of manual functions.
Follows established procedures for standardized or routine tasks.
Adheres to operational, process control, compliance, safety, and emergency response procedures.
Maintains schedule and specifications.
Suggests process improvements.
Uses initiative for recurring assignments.
Waits for direction for non‑routine activities.
Keeps supervisor informed of problems.
Assists in other areas of the plant as needed.
Work Environment
Spends 100% of time in the operations environment.
May need to work outside in inclement weather and drive the company vehicle to perform duties.
Possible hazards include fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards, and electrical equipment.
Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Required Certifications / Licenses / Training
A valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
Maintain a satisfactory DMV record and ability to maintain insurability.
Orientation, departmental operating procedures, safety, OSHA, and quality training.
HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II certification within 6 months of hire (if required by site).
Cross‑training if feasible.
Proficiency with all site‑specific PPE, including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.
Forklift certification if required at site.
Work toward higher‑level water treatment certification.
May perform advanced functions as part of training and development.
Physical Requirements
Standing 25% of shift; walking up to 75% (approximately five miles per shift).
Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.
Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch; enter confined spaces.
May use ladders or stairs.
Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds).
Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision; adjust focus; close visual observation to detect process non‑conformance and machine malfunction.
Additional Information Pay Rate:
$27.13 per hour.
Benefits:
Veolia’s comprehensive package includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more. Employees may also participate in an employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for union‑represented employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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