Entry Level Wastewater Technician

Job description

Job Summary

Veolia Water Technologies, Inc. is currently seeking an entry level Wastewater Operator to work in several local areas as well as travel to new areas to learn different wastewater treatment processes. This position is responsible for learning and controlling treatment plants, machines, and equipment to clarify and purify water and wastewater for permitted industrial uses. Once trained, the Entry Level Technician will assist with covering shift vacancies and providing support during projects.

The Entry Level Technician role is intended to be a 1-year position, during which time the employee is being prepared to take on a long term role such as Wastewater Technician 1, Water Technician 1, or Regional Training & Operations Technician. A state or ABC water/wastewater license must be obtained to graduate from the program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Learn to operate and control electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate flow of water into treatment facilities. Learn to collect and test water samples to determine concentration levels and impurities. Learn to perform all scheduled maintenance, service, and new installations of water treatment equipment. Learn to be responsible for accurate record keeping of client data such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, and water pressure.

Comply with all client and Veolia safety parameters. Provide regular communication with fellow operators and management of any non-routine operating parameters that occur. May be responsible for assisting with compiling data for the Environmental Protection Agency. Coordinate with other operators throughout the customers plant in order to maintain the plants water treatment equipment. Learn to coordinate with Veolia's purchasing department to order wastewater treatment supplies, such as equipment and chemicals, in order to maintain the client’s wastewater treatment equipment.

Learn to troubleshoot problems within client’s wastewater treatment equipment and coordinate repairs as necessary. On an individual basis, study for and obtain either the physical/chemical or biological wastewater certification exam. (Training materials and designated study time are provided)

• Participate in the electronic VWT Operator In Training program. Assist in the development of new training aids for the VWT Operator In Training program.

Be able to work different shifts (days, evenings, nights) as well as length of shifts (8 to 12 hrs). Will require travel to several locations outside of the area that you originally applied for. Travel could be anywhere from 1 to 2 weeks away from home to learn new treatment processes. Could be as much as 50% travel away from home to learn new wastewater treatment processes/systems.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Must be proficient with MS Office or google apps. 1 - 3 years of related work experience. Mechanical background is preferred Willingness to travel and learn from several styles of treatment facilities while training across the United States Working Conditions Typical working conditions include a wastewater treatment plant and outdoors

Exposure to extreme weather conditions (extreme heat and cold) Potential exposure to burns, chemicals, dangerous systems, dirt and dust, electrical hazards, grease and oil, loud noises, vibrations, steam and high levels of moisture, and other hazardous conditions Physical requirements: lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds, climb a vertical ladder up to 30 feet, stand for long periods of time, walk on uneven surfaces, regular bending, climb onto and exit a forklift in a safe manner, use of extension ladders on a daily basis, ability to climb into and maneuver body in tight spaces

Ability to work both day and night shifts as needed, with primary shift designation being 12-hour night shifts