Collections System Operator

Company Description 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. Qualifications Education / Experience / Background : High School Diploma / GED is required. 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 : 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. The employee 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. Additional Information Pay Range : $23.04 to $29.28 per hour. Benefits : Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. 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. 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.