Licensed Water Plant Operator (Part-time)

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: Veolia operates the state-of-the-art Martin County Regional Water Treatment Plant located in Williamston NC. As part of a dedicated team, operation and maintenance technicians, make operational decisions using SCADA, perform routine maintenance of equipment and instrumentation, and analyze samples for regulatory compliance.Primary Duties/Responsibilities:Operates equipment manually and through instrument panels and computer terminals.Performs field tests (chemical and physical) in order to pace chemical dosages for process control units or alter unit processes.Monitors and observes operating conditions, records observations and data and diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action.  Follows process control procedures for assigned areas; verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to Manager.Prepares chemical solutions, and monitors process chemical supplies and recommends reorder.Samples water and solids according to schedule.Performs routine lab tests, and routine instrument calibrations.Performs minor maintenance including routine preventive and corrective maintenance, lubrication, and minor adjustments; and performs basic troubleshooting of equipment, recommends solutions and, where appropriate, fills out work orders.Operates vehicles for plant operational use.Performs cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, equipment, facilities, and grounds.Assures work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.Work Environment:The plant runs 8 to 12 hours per day/7 days a week.Must be able to work in various types of weather conditions (Rain, snow, extreme cold/heat).