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This is a Position is for Lead Operator with a company in Jackson, MS

Job Summary: Consistently leads an assigned team to operate water / wastewater treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in water / wastewater treatment facility to purify water to meet permit requirements and operational requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:In conjunction with supervisor, or in his/her absence, reviews daily team requirements. Oversees work assignments to ensure that schedules are met. May recommend changes to schedule to optimize production and/or reduce costs. Ensures that labor reporting is accurate and balances with labor tracking system.Provides feedback to Supervisor on labor, material and equipment demands needed to achieve schedule. Monitors work assignments and ensures that team members are meeting or exceeding production and quality standards. Coaches and trains team members to increase skill level and to improve productivity, safety, quality and processes in a cost-effective manner. Trains team members to troubleshoot and resolve problems. Provides technical guidance, troubleshoots, resolves or coordinates resolution of technical issues/problems on a proactive basis. Models and teaches finding cost effective solutions to tasks. Prepares work orders either manually or from a Computer Maintenance Management System as required and prepares work related reports, procurement requisitions, charts, graphs and data submittal requirements in an accurate and timely manner. Models safe work practices and provides leadership in achieving safety goals.May assist with safety training. Ensures that safety awareness is ongoing, that good housekeeping is practiced and that environmental and safety regulatory requirements are met. Reports potential problems to supervisor on a timely basis.Performs duties of Operator III as required. Assists in other areas of plant as needed.

Qualifications/Education: High School education or equivalent with the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions). Must have the ability to perform basic math equations.

Associate degree in a science or technical area strongly preferred. Over five years of experience in a related position and environment with knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of water/wastewater treatment. Regulatory Knowledge (RCRA, CERCLA), and knowledge of Title V -- NESHAPS. Typically holds a high-level water treatment certificate. (Requires minimum water/wastewater license as required by regulatory agencies at site). Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record. Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, OSHA & Quality Training.Highest level state certification for water/wastewater treatment required by regulatory agency at site.

HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II certification if required by site.

Forklift certification if required by site. Team Leader / Supervisory Training. Cross-training if feasible. May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.

Essential requirements: Amount of time spent -- Standing 25%, Walking 75% for as many as five miles per shift.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces. May be required to use ladders or stairs. 

Benefits: Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. 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.

AAP/EEO Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All quali ied applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.