Operator I

Veolia Environnement SA•Lynn, MA

8d•$41 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator I operates and maintains water treatment, process and testing equipment in water treatment facility to purify water to meet regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control.
Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).
Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Able to work a rotational shift that alternates weekly.
Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently operate assigned machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets.
Must demonstrate ability to learn and independently operate equipment such as pumps, generators, valves, mixers, chemical feeders, disinfection equipment, measuring/control devices, testing equipment and material handling equipment.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Must be able to serve rotational 24 hour emergency on-call if required by site.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
MA Grade 3 Water Treatment (Drinking water) operator license is required (OIT or Full).
Must be able to pass a drug test and a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in a related position and environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors control panels and adjusts valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate flow.
Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrument panels and programmable logic control units.
Monitors and records operating conditions observations and data in area shift log.
Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor and takes corrective actions.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance and maintenance related items as assigned.
Performs minor maintenance including, but not limited to, routine preventive maintenance, lubrication and adjustments.
Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes as needed.
Practices good housekeeping in assigned areas and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
Performs field tests (chemical, physical and biological).
Monitors process chemical supplies and recommends reorder.
Performs routine lab tests to maintain process integrity and regulatory requirements.