Operator I

Veolia • Old Ocean, TX

1d

About The Position

The Operator I operates and maintains sludge, de-watering treatment, processing, disposal, and testing equipment in a refinery or industrial facility to meet customer specifications under direct supervision. The role requires learning to operate assigned machines and equipment independently while meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets. Employees hired without prior, specific experience in these skills begin as Operator I and may progress after acquiring and demonstrating competency in additional operator skills.

Under supervision, the Operator I keeps the work area neat and clean, collects liquid and solid samples and performs routine sampling tests, logs process readings, performs unit rounds, and assists with preventive and general maintenance of facility equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to learn and independently operate assigned machines and equipment to meet processing and quality targets.
• Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities.
• Complete the required operator skills training and demonstrate competency to progress to Operator II; competency testing may occur no sooner than 30 days after the most recent competency demonstration.
• Required training/certifications: 40 Hour HAZWOPER; Hazard Recognition; PSM Training; Industrial Basic Plus; Veolia Annual Safety Modules; Veolia Monthly Safety; Standard Operating Procedures; Facility Safety Plans/Programs; MSA/JSA Training; Basic Hand Tools (OET); Basic Mechanics (TPC); Lubricants & Lubrication (TPC); Bearings (TPC); Pumps (TPC); and Piping Systems (TPC).

Responsibilities

• Learn and independently operate assigned machines and equipment while meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets.
• Learn and operate equipment such as pumps, centrifuges, valves, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed and odor control systems, disinfection equipment, sludge processing filters, measuring and control devices, testing equipment, and material handling equipment.
• Work in a team environment and readily assume additional or new responsibilities.
• Keep the work area neat and clean.
• Collect liquid and solid samples and perform routine sampling tests.
• Log and record process readings.
• Perform unit rounds.
• Assist with facility equipment preventive maintenance.
• Assist with general maintenance of facility equipment.

Benefits

• Paid time off policies
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Savings accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteering
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED