Class I Operator Jobs

Company Description

Veolia's ambition is to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 230,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and implements innovative, useful and practical solutions for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary businesses, Veolia contributes to developing access to resources, preserving available resources and renewing them. By 2021, the Veolia group will have supplied 79 million people with drinking water and 61 million with wastewater, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million metric tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated sales of 28.508 billion euros in 2021.

JOB DUTIES

• Operates and monitors the performance of system process equipment and related appurtenances, including but not limited to valves, gates, pumps, compressors, engines, electric motors/generators, chemical dosing equipment, etc.
• Monitors and assesses equipment performance and maintains process operations by using CLAIR (clean, lubricate, adjust, inspect, repair).
• Collects samples, performs routine tests and analysis and calculations, and records results.
• Identifies changes in operational conditions and interprets information in order to implement corrective actions and/or trouble shoot process issues.
• Maintains records and documentation of all process and/or work area activities using either manual or computerized systems including but not limited to plant logbooks, computerized databases, etc.
• Utilizes various tools to perform operational duties including but not limited to Process Control System (PCS), other SCADA systems, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Computerize Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Adjusts, inspects and evaluates processes and equipment that control the operation and effectiveness of water and wastewater systems (WWT, WWC, WT, WD) in order to optimize performance, maintain regulatory compliance, and minimize local and/or system wide adverse impacts while taking into consideration cost, equipment capabilities, environmental impacts and OH&S.
• Performs preventative maintenance diagnostics, and routine preventative maintenance duties such as monitoring equipment for excessive vibration or high temperatures.
• Makes process adjustments, operational decisions and addresses/responds to alarm conditions to ensure efficient, compliant and safe operation within established performance, regulatory and quality limits.
• Accountable for the efficient operation, in compliance with applicable regulations, of all processes within the water and wastewater systems as well as for personal performance and promoting optimal team performance.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• OIT Wastewater Collection MECP Certification
• OIT Water Treatment MECP Certification
• OIT Wastewater Treatment MECP Certification
• Valid Class G Driver’s License
• OIT Water Distribution MECP Certification

Knowledge, Skills And Talents

• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant including knowledge of flocculation, tube settling clarifiers, dual media filtration and the use of coagulation, disinfection and pH adjustment chemicals.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system including the operation of water tower and booster stations, force-main swabbing and fire hydrant use and maintenance, watermain flushing, and water sampling.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant including knowledge of the Activated Sludge process, Aerobic Digestion, Disinfection and Nutrient Removal.
• An ability to prepare reports and maintain neat and accurate records.
• An ability to work well in a team as well as alone
• An interest in continuous learning.
• Basic computer skills including ability to use basic word processing, email and spreadsheet software programs.
• An ability to alter unit process operations manually or using computerized technology to meet varying conditions.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• General knowledge of basic mechanical/electrical theory and instrumentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation)
• An ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary to work in a wastewater treatment plant including confined space entry, use of self-contained breathing apparatus, equipment lockout/tagging and personal protective.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations applicable to the operation of water and wastewater facilities.
• Post-Secondary Education in an Environmental program
• Ability to work with process control automation systems and interpret process information.
• Knowledge of record keeping, sampling techniques and analytical procedures including the ability to interpret and make process adjustment.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system including knowledge of pumping stations, sanitary sewers and manholes.

Work Environment

This position is a permanent en full time position, with working schedules from Monday to Friday, with rotational on-call weekends and holidays, as it is an essential business. This job includes:

• Work weekends and stat holidays, as required
• Work a rotating on-call schedule
• Respond to provide assistance at all times
• Benefit Package
• Competitive wages and stability
• Employer supported pension plan

Additional Information

Why join our Resourcers team? Come and resource the world with us!

• Internal and external training and coaching programs;
• Acting today to create tomorrow's world;
• The opportunity to develop your career according to your professional goals;
• Multi-disciplinary work teams and a working environment focused on health and safety.
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can put your talent to good use;
• Challenges to suit you and the absence of routine;
• A company in constant growth;
• Competitive compensation, pension and benefits;

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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.