FOG Operator

Position Purpose: 

Veolia is seeking a dedicated FOG Operator to support the Fats Oils and Grease (FOG) management program at the Danbury Wastewater Treatment Plant. The successful candidate will ensure safe efficient and compliant handling of FOG materials received from haulers while maintaining related equipment tanks and facilities. This role is critical to preventing FOG-related issues in the collection system and treatment processes supporting overall plant operations and environmental compliance.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Offload incoming grease trucks in accordance with established safety and operational procedures.
• Schedule grease truck deliveries and disposals to maintain efficient program operations.
• Perform decanting of tanks and separate FOG materials as needed.
• Transfer oil and processed materials to appropriate storage tanks.
• Clean and maintain FOG-related equipment tanks piping and facilities.
• Clean and maintain the on-site pump station associated with FOG operations.
• Conduct general housekeeping and site maintenance to ensure a clean safe and organized work environment.
• Monitor equipment performance report issues and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to Veolia policies.
• Maintain accurate records of truck schedules offloads transfers and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with plant operators supervisors and external haulers to support seamless FOG program operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support wastewater treatment plant needs.

Work Environment:

• This position involves outdoor and indoor work at a wastewater treatment facility.
• Candidates should be prepared for exposure to odors noise and varying weather.

Qualifications :

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Previous experience in wastewater treatment industrial operations maintenance or truck offloading preferred.
• Familiarity with FOG programs grease handling or pump systems is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform hands-on tasks.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed procedures.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical fitness to handle lifting climbing and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Physical demands of the role (lifting up to 50 lbs climbing ladders etc.).

Additional Information :

Benefits: Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental vision life insurance savings accounts tuition reimbursement paid volunteering and addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement.

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