Operator in Training

Veolia Environnement SA • Plainsboro Township, NJ

2d • $22 - $25

About The Position

Position Purpose: Under direction of plant supervisor, learns and performs all aspects of operating the wastewater treatment plant and sanitary collection system.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently and legibly.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations.
• Must have basic computer literacy and have ability to learn basic data entry per job scope.
• Must have ability to learn new industry technology to keep pace with changing job scope.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with coworkers and customers.
• Must have a high standard of ethics.
• Must attend classes to obtain lower level C1 and S1 Licenses within 2-years.
• Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License.
• Able to walk on uneven terrain; able to climb hills and stairs; able to climb ladders to heights and depths of 30 feet; must be able to use fall protection equipment and safety harness; must be able to wear steel tip shoes, safety goggles and hard hat; must be able to lift up to 70 pounds; must be able to work with hand tools; must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods at a time.
• Must be able to be approved by a doctor to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly. Must be able to distinguish colors. Must be able to smell odors.

Responsibilities

• Operation and less technical maintenance of wastewater treatment plant equipment.
• Operation and less technical maintenance of sanitary sewer collection system pipes.
• Operation and less technical maintenance of sewer pump stations.
• Less technical sampling and analysis of wastewater and sludge for NJPDES Permit compliance.
• Maintenance of buildings and grounds and cleaning of wastewater treatment tanks.
• Accurate record keeping in logbooks and computerized laboratory and maintenance management systems.

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.
• Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
• Sick leave – 56 hours
• Observed Holidays – 11 days
• Vacation – 15 days
• Eligible for up to 3% Annual Performance Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees