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About the Role

This entry-level O&M Technician I position performs basic operation and maintenance functions at water production and related facilities under the direction of a certified operator. Responsibilities include operating equipment, performing maintenance tasks, and janitorial duties.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment manually and through instrumentation panels, computer terminals, and programmable logic control units following process control procedures.
• Monitors and observes operating conditions, records observations and data in shift log.
• Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure.
• Performs routine CLAIR (cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, inspection, and minor repair) on machines and related equipment.
• Reports and documents results of work performed and enters into appropriate database.
• Promptly reports any operational problems with machines or equipment to Lead or Supervisor.
• Collects water, wastewater, industrial waste, groundwater, sludge, residuals, and/or gas samples according to schedule.
• Performs field tests (chemical, physical, and biological) to pace chemical dosages for process and odor control units.
• Prepares chemical solutions, monitors supplies, and recommends reorder.
• Performs routine lab tests and prepares reports per procedure.
• Performs routine instrument calibration for portable meters.
• Inspects and becomes proficient at mechanical troubleshooting to determine repairs needed.
• Dismantles equipment to gain access to and repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing devices.
• Re-assembles and tests equipment ensuring safe and efficient operating condition is restored.
• Troubleshoots hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment and instrumentation.
• Performs manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities, and grounds as required.
• Properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
• Operates vehicles, mobile equipment, and material handling equipment for operational and maintenance purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires good reading, math, writing, scientific, and verbal communication skills.
• Requires a mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment.
• Minimum water/wastewater license as required by regulatory agencies at site.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a safe driving record in conjunction with policies and procedures.
• Requires close visual and hearing observation to detect non-conformance and machine malfunction.
• Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
• Works in various positions; works on ladders, catwalks, and supports at heights of 50 feet above the ground.
• Works with hands extended above and below head and body up to 40 minutes using hand tools weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds) distances of 10 feet.
• Occasional stooping, bending, or kneeling and entering confined spaces.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Reading
• Math
• Writing
• Scientific
• Verbal communication

Location

• North America

Work Type

• Full-time
• Standard

Experience Level

• Entry-level

Education Level

• High School Diploma/GED

Salary/Compensations

• $23.00 to $24.00 per hour

Benefits

• Paid time off policies
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Savings accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteering
• Employer sponsored 401(k) plan

About the Company

• Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years.
• It is the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader.
• Offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery.
• Helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America.
• Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.