Plant Operator Trainee

Job Description
Pay Rate:
$31.18 per hour.
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:
Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, Operations Lead Personnel and in coordination of fellow Operations Personnel the incumbent will be responsible for performing the day-to-day operation, processes and equipment including optimization of operations, maintenance and performance of the assigned facilities;
takes the lead on projects, tasks, and duties related to the department and shift. Assist Operations in efforts to maintain efficient and cost-effective facility operations while maintaining compliance with all Corporate and Regulatory environmental, health and safety rules and requirements.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
Works a scheduled shift and will be subject to required emergency call in or shift coverage as Operational needs demand.
Under the direct Supervision of Shift Supervisor or Lead person may be required to perform some of the following tasks depending on the station assigned for that shift:
Record and Read meters for (pumps, gauges, motors etc.…) in accordance with all regulatory requirements. o Record tank levels, sludge blanket levels.
Operate equipment pertinent to assigned workstation (GBT, BFP, overhead lifting gib crane, pumps).
Open, close and adjust valves for tanks &
pumps.
Observe their process areas (pumps, motors, valves, sewage color, odor, flow) record their findings.
Collect samples for laboratory analysis o Receive chemicals in bulk, drum and tote form.
Adjust / bleed pumps as directed o Keep the workstation safe and clear of debris.
Inspect equipment for proper functionality and refer to Maintenance for any necessary repairs.
Maintain a logbook for the station they are operating
Create work requests for equipment found to be malfunctioning or broken
In the absence of a Laboratory Technician, performs the required Compliance and Process testing and sampling.
Carries out other duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to all kinds of weather conditions.
The employee may be occasionally exposed to some noise, silica, dust, fumes, smoke, gasses, greases, oils, electrical energy, solvents, and vibration.
The employee may work on slippery/uneven surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, moving objects/vehicles, ladder/scaffolding, below ground and may be exposed to water or other liquid materials.
Maintain a high level of focus on health, safety, and environment, ensuring safety within all activities.