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Veolia North America
Wastewater Operator
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What they do
A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$60,960 / year median in Rhode Island
+6% projected growth
Job Description
- Company Description
- 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.
- Job Description
Position Purpose:
- The Operator II maintains water/wastewater treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in water/wastewater treatment facilities to purify water to meet permit and operational requirements.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- + Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges.
Work Environment:
- + Spends 100% of the time in operations environment.
Possible Work Hazards :
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, water hazards and electrical equipment.- Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background:
- + High School Diploma/GED is required. + Associate's degree in a science or technical area strongly preferred. + Two to five years of experience in a related position and environment with knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of water/wastewater treatment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- + Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).
Required Certification/Licenses/Training:
- + Typically holds or is working toward an intermediate level water and/or wastewater treatment certificate. (Requires minimum water/wastewater license as required by regulatory agencies at the site). + Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record. + Wastewater License - Grade 2 in Rhode Island is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- + Amount of time spent - Standing 25%, Walking 75% for as many as five miles per shift.
- Additional Information
Benefits:
- Our employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.