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Job Description
BENEFITS
Veolias 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.
- Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Retirement plan and paid time off
- On-the-job training and advancement opportunities
- Uniform and safety gear provided
POSITION PURPOSE:
We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Industrial Wastewater Equipment Operator to run and maintain high-capacity centrifuges and filter press systems used in wastewater treatment and sludge dewatering processes. The operator will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance equipment efficiency and overall environmental performance of our facility.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate monitor and adjust dewatering equipment including centrifuges and filter presses.
- Prepare equipment for operation by inspecting components checking lubrication and verifying instrumentation.
- Start up operate and shut down systems according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor process parameters such as flow rates pressures torque cake dryness and filtrate clarity.
- Troubleshoot mechanical or process issues and coordinate maintenance as needed.
- Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance of all assigned equipment.
- Collect label and log samples for laboratory analysis.
- Maintain accurate records including logbooks inspection checklists and maintenance schedules.
- Assist with chemical handling (e.g. polymers pH adjustment) and safe disposal of sludge cake and residuals.
- Follow all safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) confined space entry and PPE requirements.
- Support environmental and compliance audits by providing data and access to systems.
Qualifications :
Education / Experience / Background
- High school diploma or GED.
- Mechanical aptitude and experience with pumps valves hydraulic systems and control panels.
- Ability to work in physically demanding conditions (lifting up to 50 lbs standing for long periods) and work outside in all conditions.
- Willingness to work overtime weekends or rotating shifts as needed.
- Technical/vocational training in water/wastewater operations or industrial maintenance. (preferred)
- Forklift operation certification. (preferred)
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Must have the ability to perform basic math equations.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in the care and use of all site specific facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) including respirators gas detectors confined space equipment etc.).
- Must consistently demonstrate the ability to operate all machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets under general supervision.
- Must demonstrate ability to efficiently operate all equipment in the facility which may include pumps engines centrifuge generators valves gates mixers conveyors blowers dryers chemical feed odor control disinfection equipment sludge processing filters belt presses and measuring/control devices testing equipment and material handling equipment.
- Must have the ability to diagnose process problems regardless of complexity troubleshoot equipment and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.
- Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control.
- Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Required Certification / Licenses / Training
- Must possess a valid drivers license and a safe driving record.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
- Must be able to respond to emergency calls as needed and work extended hours to accommodate site needs.
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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
