This position will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and repair of pumps, motors, treatment equipment, controls, and SCADA equipment.  The Water Treatment Operator (WTO) works with the Chief Operator, or independently, as the need arises. Maintain water production and quality for public consumption. Ensures pumping combinations are conducted in the most economical manner. Regulates system pressure, monitors booster stations and storage facilities, and observes treatment conditions. The WTO shares the responsibility of maintaining production data and chemical usage logs with the Chief Operator.  The WTO is responsible for the collection and tabulation of monthly data, including creating and modifying Excel files and E OPS which calculate system data. 

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and submit all routine compliance related documents to the State
• Perform maintenance, troubleshoot, and diagnose equipment malfunctions
• Asset management 
• Repair, replace, and calibrate all process control equipment as necessary
• Routinely perform pumping facility checkouts, including entering data, replenishing chemical tanks, inspecting and maintaining pumping and treatment equipment, etc.
• Work with Chief Operator and laboratory to remain compliant with sampling program
• Collection of compliance samples, labels bottles and transports to laboratory for analysis.
• Monitor all charts, gauges and other operating equipment as directed.
• Ensure water quality meets minimum requirements as established for plant being operated, including calculate chemical feed rate required, calibrating chemical feed equipment and adjusting chemical feed rate as indicated by lab tests or supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping procedures at the wells and treatment buildings.  
• Perform routine housekeeping chores and special housekeeping as required.
• Ensure that pumping combinations are accomplished in the most economical manner or as directed by supervisor.
• Comply with all organization safety procedures
• Ability to work overtime if necessary
• Ability to work a rotating after hours on call schedule

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background

• High School diploma and / or GED equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in Operations

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Computer skills: MS Office Suite – Excel/Word/Outlook preferred
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations, practices, procedures and water quality monitoring practices
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to relate and interface with management and co workers
• Must be able to work on call duties as needed

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• Minimum Grade 1 Rhode Island Water Treatment Certification (T1)
• Ability to obtain a Grade 1 Rhode Island Distribution Operators Certification (D1) within one year of hire  

Additional Information

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.