Water O&M Technician at Veolia Environnement SA

Canby, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Mechanical Aptitude, CMMS, Water Quality Sampling, Troubleshooting, Problem Solving, Technical Writing, Basic Chemistry, Hydraulics, Safety Compliance, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Environmental Services

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. 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: Under the direction of Project Management, performs work involving the day to day operation and maintenance of the Canby Wastewater Infrastructure including an Water Treatment Plant, River intake, Reservoirs an SBR Treatment Facility, Collections System and Lift Stations, Aquifer Recharge for effluent disposal and all related, equipment, buildings and grounds. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Performs a variety of basic operational and maintenance tasks relevant to maintaining safe and reliable operations of water/wastewater treatment facilities and systems ensuring operational compliance with state and federal regulations. Routine cleaning and general housekeeping duties in work and plant areas as assigned, including but not limited to sweeping, dusting, mopping, painting, and cleaning of other process equipment and areas. Ability to understand and carry out written and/or verbal work orders and assignments. Ability to perform simple math calculations with the use of a calculator. Basic knowledge of fundamentals of chemistry, math principles and hydraulics preferred. Ability to learn and utilize CMMS system to schedule and complete work orders. Ability to properly collect water quality samples, test and maintain collection records. Perform work in a safe and professional manner by following all corporate and regulatory policies, procedures, and emergency response procedures. Work weekends, holidays, and be on-call on a rotating basis/schedule with fellow operators. Respond to emergencies, work additional hours as required to complete tasks as/and when needed. Assists project and department to develop a culture of focus and engagement at the project to achieve EH&S excellence. Completes and maintains proper operational and maintenance documents and records. Performs cleanup/housekeeping activities at all facilities, buildings and grounds. Carries out other duties as assigned. Work Environment: Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to all kinds of weather conditions. Incumbent may be occasionally exposed to some noise, silica, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, solvents, and vibrations. Incumbent may work on slippery/uneven surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, moving objects/vehicles, and ladder/scaffolding, below ground and may be exposed to water and other liquid materials. Qualifications Education/Experience/Background: High School Diploma/GED is required. Less than 2 years experience in the water or wastewater industry or related fields. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Strong reading, math, writing, and verbal communication skills. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment. Computer skills, knowledge of Windows, Office and/or CMMS. Troubleshooting/problem solving skills. Ability to understand/execute written and oral instructions, read/understand instructions. Must be able to work as a team in a teamwork-oriented environment. Must be safety conscious. Required Certification/Licenses/Training: Ability to obtain OR Grade 2 Wastewater/Water Treatment Operator license within 24 months of hire. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit. Must have manual dexterity. Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to distinguish color, close vision and distance vision. Additional Information 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. 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. Contract type: Standard

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day operation and maintenance of wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, lift stations, and collection systems. Ensure operational compliance with state and federal regulations through routine cleaning, sampling, and equipment upkeep.