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Wastewater Operator I/II

Veolia

Wastewater Operator I/II

Atwater, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Pay Rate: $30.77 to $39.54 per hour.

    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:

    Operate all plant processes and equipment to control flow and processing of wastewater. Assists in the supervision and direction of Operator I and OIT in the Operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and related facilities.

    Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

    • Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels.
    • Observes conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings to determine process requirements and needed adjustments.
    • Operates valves, gates, and equipment either manually or by remote control to control unit processes.
    • Extracts samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses as required for process control and permit compliance.
    • Maintains plant records and shift logs.
    • Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties.
    • Assist in and participate in operator training, safety training, and emergency response procedures.
    • Alerts supervisory personnel to any unusual or possible critical situation that may upset or alter normal treatment facility operations.
    • Assists in the development of all reports including the operation of WIMS.
    • Works assigned work schedule as required to complete job duties.
    • Operates sludge disposal and farming equipment.
    • May be required to rotate into Weekend Duty schedule.
    • Comply with all Veolia Water Safety and Environmental Compliance Policies and programs.
    • Performs any other related operational, maintenance or laboratory tasks as required.
    • Ensures that Supervisor is kept informed of all day– to– day operations.
    • Meets productivity goals and objectives as set by the Project Manager.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Education/Experience/Background:

    • High School Diploma/GED is required.
    • Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of tertiary wastewater treatment plants.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • Must be available to share scheduled after hours standby duties and respond to afterhours callouts within 30 minutes when scheduled for stand by duty.

    Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

    • California Grade I-III Wastewater certification preferred
    • Valid California driver’s license.

    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.

  • Industry
    Biotechnology