Operations Support Specialist

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities: • Become a proficient operator of our SDI regeneration facility • Assist the SDI Plant Foreman as requested daily • Build and repair DI and carbon tanks as scheduled • Serve as an SDI Delivery Technician when requested • Serve as a Team Service Technician for selected projects as assigned by his manager • Assist with managing the parts inventory stock as requested • Assist with the staging of parts required for Team Service projects/jobs as assigned • Track and submit hours worked each day / each week • Willing and able to work overtime as requested by his manager • Must be able to climb ladders easily and safely • Must be able to be certified as a Forklift Operator • Adhere strictly to VWT’s safety rules at all times • Other duties as assigned Key Characteristics: • Strong mechanical aptitude • Proven track record of managing tasks and prioritizing projects • Willingness to learn • Desire to build and maintain a "team mentality" • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written • Independent decision-making and judgment for commonly encountered problems Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Ability to develop creative and innovative ideas to improve processes • Ability to make process changes based on lab data and general process knowledge • Ability to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds, climb vertical ladders up to 30 feet, stand for long periods, walk on uneven surfaces, and maneuver in tight spaces Education & Experience: Required • High School diploma or equivalent • Possess basic water processing equipment knowledge • Proficiency in developing SOP’s • Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Preferred • Wastewater entry-level licensing or certification • Specialized technical training and/or experience in the design, operation, and/or maintenance of high purity water systems is preferred. Experience working in a plant environment, driving trucks, and working with clients is preferred Working Conditions: • Wastewater treatment plant exposure • Exposure to extreme weather conditions (extreme heat and cold) both inside and outside • Potential exposure to burns, chemicals, dangerous systems, dirt and dust, electrical hazards, grease and oil, loud noises, vibrations, steam and high levels of moisture, and other hazardous conditions • Physical requirements: Lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds, climb a vertical ladder up to 30 feet, stand for long periods of time, walk on uneven surfaces, regular bending, climb onto and safely exit a forklift, use of extension ladders daily, ability to climb into and maneuver body in tight spaces • This role will be working 8 hour day shifts. Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.