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

Job Summary: The Operator I operate and maintains sludge, dewatering treatment, processing, disposal and testing equipment in refinery/industrial facility to purify water to meet customer specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:Some experience in a related position and environment preferred. Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently operate assigned machines and equipment meeting or exceeding processing and quality targets. Must demonstrate ability to learn and independently operate equipment such as pumps, engines, centrifuge, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed, odor control, disinfection equipment, sludge processing filters, belt presses and measuring/control devices, testing equipment and material handling equipment. Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily. 

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.

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