Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator

About the role

Veolia is seeking a dedicated Operator to run water and wastewater treatment processes. The role involves monitoring, operating, and maintaining equipment to ensure water quality meets regulatory and operational standards.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor operating conditions, meters, gauges and record data.
• Collect and test water and sewage samples.
• Operate and adjust equipment such as pumps, centrifuges, generators, mixers, and chemical feed systems.
• Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, and related work areas.
• Inspect equipment regularly and perform routine maintenance.
• Follow EPA regulations and safety standards.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in a scientific or technical field preferred.
• 2‑5 years of experience in water or wastewater treatment environments.
• Ability to perform basic math and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and drive a company vehicle.

Required skills

• Operation of pumps, engines, centrifuges, generators, valves, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers.
• Use of chemical feed, odor control, disinfection, sludge processing filters, belt presses.
• Proficiency with measurement and control devices and testing equipment.
• Proper use of site‑specific personal protective equipment (PPE).