Operator I - Houston, United States - Veolia

Veolia
Veolia
Verified Company
Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Company Description About Veolia North America**
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


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


PRIMARY DUTIES / 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.

Work Environment:

Spends 75% of time in a field & laboratory operations environment and 25% in a control room setting. Time will be spent exposed to outdoor and inclement weather conditions.

Exposed to extreme temperature and humid environments.


Possible Work Hazards:


May be exposed to possible operation hazards including fumes, dust, toxic, acidic and caustic chemicals, noise, moving mechanical parts and vehicles, heavy machinery, high pressure and hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards.


Physical Demands:


  • Amount of time spent
  • Standing 75%, Walking 15%, Crouching/Bending 10%
  • Climbing ladders to access elevated equipment, vertical climbs of near 90'
  • Ability to carry 50 lbs.
  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs over multiple level changes.
  • 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.
  • Requires close visual and hearing observations to detect nonconformance and equipment malfunction.
  • Works in various positions; works off of ladders, mobile platforms, awkward positions/angles and works with hands extended above and below the head.
  • Stooping, crouching, bending or kneeling to access work areas, enter confined spaces and uneven work surfaces.

Qualifications Education / Experience / Background**- High School diploma or GED

  • Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.
  • Must demonstrate a working ability to use computer programs for process control
  • Some experience in a related position and environment preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions). Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
  • Must be able to serve rotational 24hour emergency oncall if required by site.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

  • Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
  • Must be able to pass a drug test and a criminal background check.

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.

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