Operator 1

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Company Description

About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) 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. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website  www.veolianorthamerica.com .

Job Description

BENEFITS

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.  Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

POSITION PURPOSE: The Operator I operates and maintains sludge, dewatering treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in refinery/industrial facility to purify water to meet customer specifications.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

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·  Performs minor preventative and corrective maintenance duties
·  Records plant operations data.
·  Adjusts plant operation to specified parameters.
·  Collects samples and performs routine sample analysis.
·  Operates valves, pumps, motors, and other related equipment.
·  Reports operation changes and problems to supervisor.
·  Performs cleaning an upkeep of plant grounds, building, vehicles, and equipment.
·  Maintains plant logs during assigned work hours.
·  Reports inoperable equipment to supervisors.
·  May perform basic lab analyses such as total solids, suspended solids, total coliform, pH, DO, etc.
·  May perform routine maintenance functions such as checking oil/grease levels, lubrication, and minor/routine repairs.
·  Maintain effective working relations with plant personnel, clients, EOS staff, and the public.
·  Performs miscellaneous duties as directed.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background

·  High School diploma or GED.
·  Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.
·  Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control.
·  Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

·  Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions). Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
·  Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
·  Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call if required by site.
·  Knowledge of wastewater treatment practices and principles.
·  Ability to work overtime as assigned.
·  Knowledge of basic lab testing related to wastewater treatment.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

·  Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record. 
·  Courses in wastewater treatment are highly desirable.

Additional Information

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.