Laboratory Technician at Veolia Environnement SA

Atwater, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

34.17

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemical Analysis, Bacteriological Analysis, Physical Analysis, Data Entry, Laboratory Maintenance, Inventory Management, Process Control, Training Development, Quality Assurance, Safety Compliance, Wastewater Treatment, Instrumentation, Sample Collection, Test Result Interpretation, Emergency Response, Documentation

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Company Description About Veolia North America 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. It 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. Veolia 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. Job Description Position Purpose: Performs specialized and complex chemical, bacteriological, and physical analysis relating to the Wastewater Treatment Plant and associated facilities. Ensure daily laboratory operations are completed and in compliance with the QA/QC Manual. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Collects samples of wastewater and wastewater residuals. Performs chemical, bacteriological, and physical analysis of samples. Analysis include: TVSS, TDS, pH, Electrical Conductance, Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, Turbidity, Total Coliform. Assists in analyzing and recording instrument readings and laboratory test results in order to maintain and adjust various plant processes. Maintains plant laboratory records and QA/QC precision and accuracy documentation. Provides data entry into HACH WIMS and LabCAL databases. Participates in process control meetings. Performs routine maintenance tasks. Manages expenditures and inventory of supplies and equipment. Evaluates and interprets test results. Alerts Operators and Project Manager of any unusual or possible critical situations that may upset or alter normal treatment facility operations. Maintains and provides training on Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan Works assigned work schedule as required performing job duties. Develops and maintains training programs for both new and currently employed personnel. Comply with all Veolia Water Safety and Environmental Compliance Policies and Programs. Review subordinates' performance in accordance with Veolia Water policies and procedures Performs all other work as required. Qualifications Education/Experience/Background: High School graduate or equivalent. Must demonstrate an understanding of chemistry and bacteriology. Must have either college degree in sciences or specialized study in laboratory analysis of water and wastewater and related experience. Ability to use and interpret results of complex instruments. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ensures that the Project Manager is informed of all day-to-day operations. Must be able to work assigned shifts and to be available “on-call” for after hour’s emergencies at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Maintains a high degree of accuracy and efficiency in all laboratory analysis and reporting. Experienced in computerized data entry. Meets productivity goals and objectives as set by the Project Manager. Maintains productivity goals and objectives at a high level of performance. Ensures that all monitoring requirements of all local, state, and federal permits are satisfied. Required Certification/Licenses/Training: California Water Environment Association Grade II Laboratory Certification or the ability to obtain certification within one-year. A valid California Driver’s License. Additional Information Pay Range: $27.04 to $34.17 per hour (Depending on candidates qualifications could hire as exempt or non-exempt union.) Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. 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. 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.

Responsibilities

The Laboratory Technician performs specialized chemical, bacteriological, and physical analyses related to wastewater treatment. They ensure compliance with QA/QC standards and maintain laboratory operations efficiently.