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About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water, and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com.

Job Description

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.

Position Purpose:

O&M Lead Operator is responsible for performing various general labor activities that include the operation & maintenance of various equipment at different facilities. Must have the ability to operate air compressor and pneumatic equipment. Ensures mechanical readiness of plant equipment and processes through the proper development and implementation of maintenance procedures.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs regular checks of equipment conditions, noting deficiencies and following maintenance procedures.

• Responsible for operating and monitoring Main Control System, either manually or by computer interface.

• Notifies supervisor of needed maintenance.

• Communicate effectively with written and oral methods with co-workers, supervisor, managers, and others when necessary.

• Other duties as needed and as assigned.

• Carries out the position responsibilities in accordance with OSHA and company safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• A vocational or Associates Degree in a related field or completion of an applicable Apprenticeship Program is preferred. Experience may be substituted for formal education.

• Thorough knowledge of water and wastewater treatment facilities and operations.

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in a water and/or wastewater treatment industry while holding certification.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good working knowledge of basic hand and power tools.

• Candidate must be capable of being assigned in responsible charge of the facility with an ability to react to unplanned events.

• Candidate must be able to operate the Wastewater/Water facility to meet Federal or State regulatory limits.

• Ability to read technical material, blueprints (understand symbols)/. Knowledge of codes, safety devices and procedures.

• Ability to operate heavy equipment, boom truck, operate power equipment, compressor, and electric generators.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• MS Wastewater IV or higher/Water A Certification as required by facility being operated.

• Must have valid Mississippi driver's license (CDL preferred) and the ability to meet risk management guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the candidate is regularly required to talk or hear.

• The candidate is frequently required to stand; walk; climb stairs or ladders; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.

• The candidate may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to distinguish color, close vision, and distance vision.

Additional Information

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

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.