Wastewater Operator

Company: Veolia North America
Location: Danbury
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

The O&M Technician I performs a variety of operation and maintenance functions at water production and related facilities. This is an entry-level position that performs basic operational duties under the direction of a certified operator, performs maintenance tasks, and performs janitorial and laborer duties. Days and hours of duty may vary as required to fill other O&M Technician shift schedules, or under unusual circumstances.Preferred candidate will hold a CT Wastewater Operator license, however we are open to applicants with comparable experience and without Wastewater license.--Required to pass CT Class I Wastewater Operator license within 18 months of hire date as a condition of employment Qualifications.Schedule will be one of--7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11pm or 11pm-7amQualifications* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * The ability to perform tasks requiring standing and walking for extended periods of time * The ability to climb stairs, squat, and work with hands extended above head and in front of body * Must be able to lift up to and carry 50 pounds or more * Requires working in outside and inside environments with noise and all temperatures and climatic conditions, and must be able to work under adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time * Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a safe driving record in conjunction with policies and procedures * Requires good reading, math, writing, scientific, and verbal communication skills; a mechanical aptitude; and the ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment * Requires the ability to carry out verbal and written instructions; i.e., Standard Operating Procedures, work orders, other documents, etc. * Requires being self directed to carry out tasks and assignments in a team or individual environment * Must have the ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees and display respectful interactions with Management Team Personnel * Must have basic computer skills including, but not limited to basic operations and manipulation of data on spreadsheets, etc. * Must comply with Respiratory Protection and all other Safety Requirements * If hired without a Wastewater license, employee will be required to pass CT Class I Wastewater Operator license within 18 months of hire date as a condition of employment.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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