O&M Technician

Veolia•Barnstable, MA

About The Position

Under the direction of Project Management, the O&M Technician performs day-to-day operation and maintenance of a Drinking Water facility, including its infrastructure, equipment, buildings, and grounds. The role includes technical operations and maintenance, preventive maintenance, water sampling and laboratory monitoring, equipment upkeep, recordkeeping, and facility housekeeping. The technician operates equipment manually and through instrument control panels and operates project vehicles. The position requires weekend and holiday work and rotating on-call coverage, as well as responding to emergencies and working additional hours when needed. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors in varying weather. The employee may encounter noise, silica, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, solvents, vibration, slippery or uneven surfaces, moving machinery and vehicles, ladders or scaffolding, below-ground areas, water, and other liquids. The position may require lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and performing a range of standing, walking, climbing, sitting, and hand-use activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience in drinking water, industry, or related fields.
Experience in a laboratory or utility-related field, or a combination of education and experience.
Valid Massachusetts T-2/D-2 or higher Drinking Water Treatment/Distribution License.
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
Strong reading, math, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment.
Computer skills and knowledge of Windows/Google, Office, Operations, Lab, and CMMS programs, as well as SCADA and PLC equipment and systems.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including providing input on and implementing corrective actions.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions and read and understand technical instructions and manuals.
Working knowledge and ability to operate specialty tools for departmental needs.
Ability to operate complex controls, processes, and equipment and maintain and repair equipment.
Knowledge of Drinking Water treatment systems, processes, equipment, regulations, requirements, and reporting.
Ability to work as part of a team, remain safety-conscious, work independently with little or no supervision when needed, and work closely with local contractors.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and distinguishing colors, with close and distance vision.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to obtain a T-3 license within one year of hire.
Willingness to upgrade licenses within a mutually agreed-upon period.

Responsibilities

Perform technical operations and maintenance activities for the Drinking Water facility, including related infrastructure, equipment, processes, and systems.
Perform routine preventive maintenance activities.
Conduct Drinking Water sampling and laboratory monitoring in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.
Help ensure equipment and processes are properly maintained and functioning.
Follow corporate and regulatory policies, procedures, and emergency response procedures, and perform work safely and professionally.
Work weekends and holidays and participate in a rotating on-call schedule with fellow operators.
Respond to emergencies and work additional hours as needed to complete tasks.
Support a culture of focus and engagement to achieve environmental, health, and safety excellence.
Complete and maintain operational and maintenance documents and records.
Operate equipment and processes manually and through instrument control panels.
Operate project vehicles.
Perform cleanup and housekeeping at facilities, buildings, and grounds.
Work cooperatively with fellow employees, project staff, and local contractors; carry out other assigned duties.