Operator III Lead

Position Purpose: 

Leads Operators and O&M Technicians in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for operating and monitoring main control system.
• Performs Wastewater process control and preventative maintenance/corrective maintenance functions.
• Coordinates and works with maintenance staff on preventive and corrective maintenance functions.
• Performs cleaning and general housekeeping duties in work areas including office, laboratory, cleaning of clarifiers, headworks, centrifuge, and other process equipment as assigned.
• May be required to work in sanitary sewerage collection systems including maintenance of lift stations.
• May be required to operate automotive equipment, including heavy trucks, forklifts and front end loaders.
• Adheres to all safety regulations.
• May train or assist in the training of OITs and assigned helpers.

Education/Experience/Background: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field/or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Capable of being assigned as responsible charge of the facility with an ability to react to unplanned events.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Grade III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CDL license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform the following: straight pulling, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, repeated bending and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors and various shades.

Pay Range: $40.00 to $46.00 per hour.

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.