Collection Systems Operator/Maintainer in Holyoke, MA at Veolia North America

Job Description

Veolia Group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 220,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group provided 79 million inhabitants with drinking water and 61 million with sanitation, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 28,508 billion euros in 2021. www.veolia.com

Job Description

Summary

• Under the direction of Lead O&M Personnel and Project Management, performs work involving the day to day operation and maintenance of the sewage collection, storm water collection and flood control systems, including pump stations, flood stations and all related infrastructure, equipment, buildings and grounds.

Primary Duties /  Responsibilities

• Performs technical O&M activities related to the wastewater and storm water collection, flood control facilities and all related infrastructure, equipment, processes and systems 
• Performs routine R&M activities related to the wastewater and storm water collection, flood control facilities and all related infrastructure, equipment, processes and systems 
• Performs street sweeping, catch basin cleaning and sewer system cleaning activities. 
• Performs sewer service calls, inspections and dig safe activities
• Assists department in planning, scheduling and performing all department activities 
• Assists department in maintaining proper inventory of spare parts, materials and supplies
• Assists in ensuring all equipment and processes are well maintained and functioning properly
• Perform work in a safe and professional manner by following all corporate and regulatory policies, procedures, and emergency response procedures.
• Work weekends, holidays, and be on-call on a rotating basis/schedule with fellow operators
• Respond to emergencies, work additional hours as required to complete tasks as/and when needed
• Assists project and department with all efforts related to Contract Compliance
• Assists project and department to develop a culture of focus and engagement at the project to achieve EH&S excellence
• Assists project and department with all efforts related to project/corporate and regulatory environmental, health and safety policies and procedures
• Work closely with client/customer, vendors and contractors ensuring professional, courteous, prompt service and satisfaction

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Entry to Intermediate Level 1-5 years’ experience working in the water or wastewater industry or related fields 
• Experience in a construction or utility related field, or a combination of education and experience required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong reading, math, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment
• Troubleshooting/problem solving skills, provides input for corrective actions and implements corrective actions as needed
• Ability to understand/execute written and oral instructions, read/understand technical instructions and manuals
• Working knowledge and skills in computer equipment and systems
• Working knowledge and skills to operate specialty tools specific to Departmental needs and requirements
• Ability to operate complex controls, processes, and equipment 
• Ability to maintain and repair equipment, have a strong mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems, processes and equipment
• Knowledge of wastewater regulations, requirements & reporting 
• Knowledge of proper Environmental, Health and Safety policies, procedures and requirements 
• Cooperative interactions with fellow employees and within the project organization
• Must be able to work as a team in a teamwork-oriented environment
• Must be able to work closely and communicate daily with customers ensuring professional, courteous, prompt service and customer satisfaction 
• Must be able to work closely with local contractors and vendors
• Must be safety conscious and at times be able to work independently with little/no supervision
• No physical restrictions that would prevent them from performing physical labor

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• Valid MA Grade II or higher Collection System Operator License or ability to acquire within one year
• Valid MA Driver’s license and the ability to meet risk management guidelines.
• Valid MA Driver’s license, CDL Class “B” w/Hydraulics License/Endorsement or ability to acquire within one year 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb stairs; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. They may periodically reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to distinguish color, close vision and distance vision.
• Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to all kinds of weather conditions.  Incumbent may be occasionally exposed to some noise, silica, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, solvents, and vibrations.  Incumbent may work on slippery/uneven surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, moving objects/vehicles, and ladder/scaffolding, below ground and may be exposed to water and other liquid materials.

Additional Information

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.

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 more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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.