Veolia · 1 month ago
Plant Operator/Maintenance
Wilmington, DE, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expVeolia is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States and is seeking a Plant Operator/Maintenance professional. The role involves operating and maintaining surface water treatment plants, ensuring compliance with water quality standards, and performing routine chemical tests.
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Responsibilities
Operates and performs maintenance at two surface water treatment plants and all other operating facilities (booster stations, tanks, pits, etc)
Maintain proper production and maintenance records, and perform all routine chemical tests required to ensure that water quality standards are met
Position reports directly to the Production Manager
Function as Plant Operator or Maintenance Technician based upon rotation of schedule setup by Production Manager
Work overtime as required and respond to emergencies outside of normal working hours
Monitor and operate two surface water treatment plants and all other operating facilities within the distribution system utilizing the SCADA system
Assume responsibility for manual water treatment operation during SCADA system failures
Determine scope and severity of system problems, which would require the attention of a supervisor and contact same
Ensure that the water quality from the treatment facilities meets or exceeds the requirements of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, the requirements of the State of Delaware, and Company standards
Collect samples and perform all routine chemical tests such as alkalinity; jar tests, pH, chlorine, fluoride, etc. as required to properly monitor the treatment process
Understand and interpret the results of said testing to make/suggest process adjustments to the water treatment system
Perform emergency operating procedures for the treatment plant
Keep proper operational and maintenance logs and records
Understand and/or perform standard operating procedures for filters, pump, and or other water treatment equipment
Regularly monitor SCADA to identify trends and detect emerging problems
Maintains good housekeeping procedures at the plant. Performs routine housekeeping chores and special housekeeping as required
Conducts safety inspections and follows all safety rules and procedures
Load and unloads chemicals used at the treatment plants
Performs operations in accordance with established SOPs and job safety standards
Understand the operation of the water treatment residuals system and operate as required
Perform maintenance duties per the online computer-based Work Order system via use of desktop computer or Ipad
Perform maintenance repairs of pumps, valves, piping, and chemical feed systems as appropriate
Respond to chemical spills and address as appropriate
Ensure that adequate quantities of chemical are available to meet treatment requirements and that chemicals are being fed at the proper rates
Maintain an awareness and practice safe operating procedures in conformance with OSHA Regulations and Company safety policies
Demonstrate commitment to public service and public health
All other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED is required
One to three years minimum in the fields of water treatment, equipment/pump maintenance, chemical maintenance or similar required
Ability to perform water quality tests and maintain various water treatment equipment
Ability to operate all equipment used in performing water treatment tasks
Excellent Written and oral communication
Understanding of Basic chemistry
Ability to work with peers as a team player
Perform maintenance and operational tasks of substantial variety and complexity without close technical supervision
Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, chemical principles
Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations, practices, procedures, and water quality monitoring practices
Computer and software usage as required by the position
Must obtain license per the CBA (within 2 years)
Valid Driver's License is required
Able to lift and carry 75 lbs
Preferred
Current State of Delaware Operators License, or ability to acquire via reciprocity preferred
Benefits
Paid time off policies
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Savings accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Paid volunteering
401(k) plan
Company
Veolia
Veolia group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.1MKey Investors
Emerging Capital Partners
2005-01-01Private Equity· $10.1M
Leadership Team
Emmanuelle Menning
Deputy CEO, CFO, Finance & Purchasing, Member of Group Executive Committee - Veolia
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