Job Description
Company Description A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) 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. 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.
Job Description Position Purpose: Veolia is seeking a Water Treatment Process and Industrial Instrumentation Technician (union position, on-call) to support the operation, maintenance, and optimization of water treatment plant and distribution system equipment. This role focuses on the installation, calibration, repair, and troubleshooting of industrial instrumentation and control systems from manufacturers such as Siemens, Hach, and Endress+Hauser, Allen Bradley as well as the operation and monitoring of water quality instrumentation, analyzers, and SCADA/PLC systems. The technician will work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to ensure compliance with water quality standards and maximize system efficiency.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities: - Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair industrial instrumentation and control equipment (flow meters, analyzers, transmitters, sensors, etc.)
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with instrumentation, PLCs, and SCADA systems, providing timely solutions to minimize downtime.
- Experienced with water treatment plant and distribution system equipment, including pumps, valves, and chemical feed systems.
- Collect and analyze water and sludge samples; perform chemical and analytical testing.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and routine inspections of equipment.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, calibration data, and equipment inventory using CMMS and other methods.
- Interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics for installation and troubleshooting.
- Work with manufactures representatives to assist in troubleshooting and repair.
- Collaborate with engineering operations and maintenance teams for process optimization and system upgrades.
- Respond to alarms, emergencies, and participate in an on-call for after-hours support.
- Adhere to and promote Veolia's safety policies and practices.
Qualifications Education/Experience/Background: - High School Diploma/GED is required.
- Electrical experience is required.
- Demonstrated experience with Siemens, Hach, Endress+Hauser, or similar industrial instrumentation.
- Experience in water treatment plant operations, distribution systems, or industrial instrumentation and automation.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Strong knowledge of PLC programming and SCADA system interfaces.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Computer literacy with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to interface with technical solutions resources from manufacturers and representatives.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Certification/Licenses/Training: - Trade school certification in industrial instrumentation, electronics, or a related field preferred.
- Valid driver's license is required.
Physical Requirements: - Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Normal visual acuity, manual dexterity, and hearing ability.
- Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and detect odors.
Additional Information Pay Rate: $41.36 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.
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.
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