Wastewater Technician

Veolia Environnement SA•Hemlock, MI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. This position is responsible for controlling the Wastewater treatment plant's systems and equipment to purify and clarify water for permitted industrial discharge at the Hemlock, MI Solar Technologies's Wastewater facility.

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude
Willingness to learn and ability to take instructions on Wastewater treatment processes
Ability and desire to build and maintain a "team mentality"
Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
Independent decision-making and judgment for commonly encountered problems
Ability to develop creative and innovative ideas to improve processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google equivalent
Ability to make process changes based on lab data and general process knowledge
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds
climb vertical ladders up to 30 feet
stand for long periods
walk on uneven surfaces
maneuver in tight spaces
Ability to work both day and night shifts as needed
High school diploma or equivalent required
regular bending
climb onto and exit a forklift in a safe manner
use of extension ladders on a daily basis
ability to climb into and maneuver body in tight spaces

Nice To Haves

Wastewater entry level licensing or certification

Responsibilities

Maintain complete operational coverage of the Solar Technologies Wastewater facility throughout all scheduled shifts (primarily 12-hour night shifts)
Operate and control electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate water flow; collect and test wastewater samples to determine concentration levels and impurities
Analyze lab data to identify potential treatment issues and implement process changes to prevent non-compliance; maintain accurate record keeping of client data
Coordinate with other operators, Solar Technologies, and Veolia management to maintain wastewater treatment equipment and determine optimal treatment methods
Complete all preventative maintenance at designated frequencies and assist with minor maintenance projects including chemical pump repair, valve replacement, and piping installation
Compile data for daily, weekly, or monthly operating reports to Veolia and Solar Technologies management; may compile data for EPA or state regulatory bodies
Coordinate with Veolia purchasing department to order wastewater treatment supplies and with Solar Technologies to schedule third-party maintenance support
Other Duties as assigned