Wastewater Operator III

Job Description

Pay Rate: $35.00 to $50.00 per hour. 

BENEFITS 

Veolia's 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.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating and maintaining all equipment associated with the individual’s primary service line. The ability to operate and maintain other service line equipment is strongly desired and will weigh heavily during annual review and further promotion within OIS.
• Performs Hazard Recognition Awareness to remove all hazards from the workplace.
• Responsible for setting up and performing his/her job.
• Promotes the company’s business by conducting work assignments in a professional and safe manner.
• Reports to work on scheduled time. If unable to show-up for assigned work, notifies supervisor no less than 24 hours in advance of scheduled time. Wears a company pager or near person at all times.
• Assists in project planning of jobs including on-site inspections, writing procedures, specifying equipment and chemicals, etc.
• Communicates the status of the assigned job to division management and customer representatives (before, during and after the job is completed).
• Maintains a working knowledge of all services and product lines provided by the division.
• Recommends changes and improvements to services and product lines based on job experiences and observations.
• Assists in performing field maintenance on company vehicles, equipment and tools, on a daily basis.
• Assists Technician(s) in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
• Responsible for hookup and breakdown of equipment using proper tools and procedure.
• Reads work orders for assigned job and designates proper hoses, chemicals and other equipment required for assigned job. If unsure, seek the advice of Operations Manager.
• Inspects equipment, hoses, connection, pumps and general work area prior to starting job. Corrects deficiencies which may cause accidents, injuries, lost productivity or which are consistent with the work order or customer’s requirements.
• Operates all company equipment when authorized and qualified to do so in accordance with company rules, plant rules and work orders.
• Completes service log, service receipts and other paperwork associated with the work performed. Returns completed paperwork to designated supervisory personnel.
• Wears the personal protective equipment prescribed by posted signs, established operating procedures, written instructions, and work permits. Also, wear additional protective equipment specified by the customer’s Safety Department. Enforces use of required safety equipment by technicians and subcontractors.
• Cleans up work area and equipment after work is complete. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean workplace, change room, locker area and customer’s plant.
• Ensures equipment is properly decontaminated at end of the job.
• Responsible for safety under his/her authority. Reports all accidents, near misses and/or injuries involving self, company vehicles or persons under supervision. Promotes safety through own pro-actions and work activities.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Approximately 1½ years industry experience.
• One (1) to Four (4) years of experience in wastewater/water treatment operations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Skilled and qualified in primary service line.
• Good equipment knowledge.
• Good communication skills, written and oral.
• Perform work in enclosed (confined) space, under close supervision.
• Pass an annual written examination during annual review period.
• The ability to operate and maintain other than primary service line equipment will be considered for advancement to Crew Leader.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Preferred SWRCB Grade III or higher Wastewater/Water Treatment Certification as required by the facility being operated.