Water Treatment Operator
Veolia North AmericaTurtle Creek, New Brunswick (Onsite)Full-Time
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Company Description
Veolia Group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 230,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group provided 79 million inhabitants with drinking water and 61 million with sanitation, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 28,508 billion euros in 2021.
Job Description
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Certified Water Treatment Plant Operator operates and maintains water treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in water treatment facilities to purify water to meet permit and operational requirements.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) and adjusts processes to meet and exceed effluent limits at all times. Duties included but not limited to obtaining process water for sampling and adjusting process based on results;
Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrument panels, computer terminals and programmable logic control units in assigned area;
Monitors and records operating conditions, observations and data in area shift log;
Ensures conformance to process specifications;
Troubleshoots and diagnoses operational problems and takes corrective action as per set procedure;
Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor when an issue arises;
Performs routine and preventative maintenance and maintenance related items as assigned;
Performs field tests (chemical, physical and biological) in order to pace chemical dosages for process;
Monitors process chemical supplies and reorders when required;
Performs lab tests applicable to permit testing and related reports as per set procedure;
Performs instrument calibration for portable and benchtop meters including, but not limited to pH, turbidity, chlorine, color and gas detector;
Practices good housekeeping in assigned area and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies;
Performs manual labor;
Performs minor maintenance including, but not limited to, routine preventive maintenance and minor adjustments;
Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes;
Assists in other areas of the plant as needed.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS NEEDED
Post-Secondary education or equivalent in the field of Engineering or Environmental Science preferred. Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions). Must have the ability to perform math equations.
Holds a certified water treatment operator Level one or higher preferred.Willingness to obtain Level one and continue to the highest certification level. Certification is mandatory .
Six months to two years’ experience in a related position and environment with knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of water treatment is preferred
Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and operate all analyzers, machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets under general supervision.
Must have the ability to diagnose process problems regardless of complexity, troubleshoot equipment and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.
Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs such as excel, word, Gmail and also for process control.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Must be able to be placed into the role as a rotational duty operator. While performing the role as the duty operator, you must be available for after hour call outs.
Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, WHMIS, CPR,
Cross-training if feasible.
Must become proficient in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.).
Work toward higher level water treatment certification.
May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Spends 65% of time in an operations environment and the remaining in maintenance. May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicles to perform duties.
May be exposed to possible operations hazards including caustic and acidic chemicals, heavy machinery, confined space entries, hot or cold work environment temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards and electrical equipment.
Amount of time spent – Standing 25%, Walking 25%, Sitting 50%.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces. Required to use ladders or stairs.
The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requires close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.
WORKING HOURS
Working hours are typically Monday to Friday, day shifts. Inbumbent must be flexible during periods of higher production.
Additional Information
Why join our team of researchers? Come and rejuvenate the world with us!
Acting today to create the world of tomorrow;
A company in constant growth;
A multitude of large-scale projects where you can put your talent to good use;
A multitude of large-scale projects where you can make the most of your talent; Challenges adapted to your needs and the absence of routine;
The possibility of developing your career according to your professional objectives;
Internal and external training and coaching programs;
A very competitive compensation, pension and benefits package;
Multi-disciplinary work teams and a health and safety oriented work environment.
We thank all applicants for applying, but only those selected will be contacted.
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.
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
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.
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