Job Description

This position is responsible for controlling Wastewater treatment plants machines and equipment to purify and clarify water for permitted industrial uses at the Lena WI Saputo Wastewater facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete operational coverage of the Saputo Wastewater facility throughout all scheduled shifts. This positions 
• primary shift designation is Night which is currently 77. Coverage of additional shifts may be necessary as the need arises and is strongly encouraged.
• Learn to operate and control electric motors pumps and valves to regulate flow of water into treatment facilities.
• Learn to collect and test water samples to determine concentration levels and impurities.
• Learn to perform all scheduled maintenance service and new installations of water treatment equipment.
• Learn to be responsible for accurate record keeping of client data such as residual content of chemicals water turbidity and water pressure.
• Designate specific hours each week for general Wastewater industry studying with the goal being to achieve a 
• Wastewater license within the first year of employment.
• Operate and control electric motors pumps and valves to regulate flow of water into the Wastewater treatment plant.
• Collect and test Wastewater samples to determine concentration levels and impurities at the designated testing 
• frequency.
• Responsible for accurate record keeping of client data such as residual content of chemicals water turbidity and water pressure.
• Comply with all Veolia and Saputo safety parameters/programs.
• Analyze lab data to uncover potential treatment issues and then implement process changes to prevent noncompliance.
• May be responsible for compiling data for the Environmental Protection Agency or state regulatory body.
• Coordinate with other operators throughout the Saputo facility in order to maintain the plants Wastewater treatment equipment.
• Consult with Saputo and Veolia management in the operations of their Wastewater plant to determine the best treatment for their Wastewater.
• Advise clients on the appropriate methods for hazardous waste spill clean ups recycle programs energy savings programs and water usage reduction
• Coordinate with Saputo to schedule thirdparty maintenance support for all maintenance projects that are outside of Veolias scope of work.
• Complete all preventative maintenance defined by Veolia and Saputo management at the designated frequency. 
• Completion of all preventive maintenance must be documented accordingly. PM tasks include but are not limited to; changing filters changing oil greasing bearings documenting operating temperatures exercising valves etc...
• Complete or assist in the completion of all minor maintenance projects that may arise to ensure the Wastewater treatment facility remains operating effectively and efficiently. These maintenance items include but are not limited to: chemical pump repair & replacement small PVC piping installation valve replacement AOD pump repairs checkvalve cleanouts and repairs etc...
• Complete or assist in the completion of all intermediate maintenance projects that may arise to ensure the Wastewater 
• treatment facility remains operating effectively and efficiently. These maintenance items include but are not limited to: replacing mechanical pump seals replacing packing seals replacing impellers full PVC line replacements centrifugal pump replacements displacement pump replacements checkvalve cleanouts and repairs etc...

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and written required.
• Operational experience of site specific equipment prefered including: Activated Sludge. DAF Sand Filter
• Wastewater licensing or certification preferred.
• 3 years experience in Wastewater treatment plant operations or related field preferred.

VWS offers you a competitive compensation and benefits package along with a dynamic work environment. We offer challenging projects and training to ensure you success.

EOE/AAM/F/Disability/Veteran

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. As an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typical working conditions for this position include a wastewater treatment plant and the outdoors. The job holder could be exposed to extreme weather conditions (extreme heat and cold) burns chemicals dangerous machinery dirt and dust electrical hazardous grease and oil loud noises vibrations steam and high levels of moisture and other hazardous conditions. This position requires the job holder to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds climb a vertical ladder up to 30 feet stand for long period of time walk on uneven surfaces 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.

This position requires the job holder to be able to work 12 hour shifts if needed This position requires the job holder to be able to work both day and night shifts as needed.

As an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime

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