Collection System Technician

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It 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. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose: 

Provides day-to-day maintenance of the collection system. Services pump stations as needed.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Operates machinery and equipment associated with the operation of a wastewater collection system manually and through instrumentation panels, computer terminals and programmable logic control units following process control procedures. Monitors and observes operating conditions, records observations and data in shift log. Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure.
• Performs routine CLAIR (cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, inspection and minor repair) on tools and related equipment which may include pumps, engines, centrifuges, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed, odor control, disinfection equipment, vacuum filters and belt presses. Reports and documents results of work performed and enters into appropriate database. Promptly reports any operational problems with machines or equipment to Lead or Supervisor. Mechanical lift for manhole cover.
• Inspects field equipment and becomes proficient at mechanical troubleshooting to determine repairs needed. Dismantles equipment to gain access to and repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing devices. Re-assembles and tests equipment ensuring safe and efficient operating condition is restored. Learns to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic equipment and instrumentation.
• Rehabilitates, repairs and replaces applicable sewer system infrastructure such as manholes, catch basins, sewer lines, etc.
• Performs manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities and grounds as required and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies. Operates vehicles, mobile equipment and material handling equipment for operational and maintenance purposes.
• May assist in other areas of the facility as directed. 

Work Environment:

• Spends 100% of time in an operations environment. 
• Typically spends 75% of time exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather. 
• Company service vehicles are used as required.
• Travels 1 – 2 times per year for company provided training. 
• May be required to travel up to five consecutive days. 
• May serve rotational 24 hour emergency on-call.
• Possible Work Hazards : May be exposed to possible operations hazards including traffic, fumes, dust, toxic and caustic chemicals, noise, rotating machinery, high pressure and hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required, with the ability to read, write, and comprehend English (operational, process, safety, and quality instructions) and to interpret and record data.
• At least two years of experience in a related position with experience in a similar environment preferred, with working knowledge of the standard practices, common tools, materials, and occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Experience using material handling equipment, pressure gauges, and precision measuring instruments.
• Experience safely using trade tools and equipment to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot or install mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Must be able to carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must have the ability to diagnose basic and routine process and mechanical problems and take remedial corrective action.
• Must have basic computer skills and have the ability to operate programs for process control, the Computer Maintenance Management System.
• Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently perform assigned duties and meet or exceed production and quality goals. 
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call if required by site.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Some vocational training and mechanical aptitude preferred, with the ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles, and other equipment.
• Minimum collection system operator certification as required by the regulatory agency at site.
• Must possess a Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with an air brakes qualification and a tanker (N) endorsement.
• Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, OSHA and Quality Training.
• Obtain and maintain minimum collection system or wastewater operator state certification as required by site.
• Must become proficient in the care and use of all site-specific, facility-required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.)
• Forklift Certification if required by site.
• Training in operation of mechanical drives, hydraulic pumps and valves, pneumatics, electronics and control systems.
• Training in the use of energy management systems as needed.
• Works toward increasing skills in additional functional areas or in obtaining advanced skills/maintenance certifications.
• May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.

Physical Requirements:

• Amount of time spent – Sitting 10%, Bending 10%, Standing 10%, and Walking 70% for as many as five miles per shift.
• Requires close visual and hearing observation to detect non-conformance and machine malfunction.
• Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
• Works in various positions; may work on ladders, catwalks, and supports at heights of 50 feet above the ground. 
• Works with hands extended in front of the body up to 40 minutes using hand tools weighing up to 15 pounds. 
• Must be able to lift and carry 60 pounds, in standing and bending positions, distances of 10 feet. 
• Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling and entering confined spaces.

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $31.73 per hour.

Benefits:  Our employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.

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.