Company Description

About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) 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 approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com.

Job Description

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: 

Performs a variety of chemical, biological, and physical tests required for research, development or quality control. Compiles data for reports. Assists in special studies in the laboratory and in the field. Collect samples throughout the WWTF and various IPP sample locations.  

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

Sets up equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control. Cleans and makes minor repairs on laboratory apparatus and equipment and ensures a high standard of housekeeping, quality control and safety.Set up and collect water samples in the treatment plant, collection system, and industrial sites as assigned and perform routine tests such as pH, Ammonia-N, Total Phosphorus, TSS & VSS, DO, CBOD and other tests as needed. Records and computes results from test data and maintains quality control records and charts as assigned. Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine chemical and physical properties of experimental and developmental materials.Prepares chemical solutions used in performing water analysis following standardized formulas or experimental procedures. Assists in maintaining an inventory of chemical stores. Collects and logs all Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents for chemical stores.Maintains and distributes as necessary, current Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for applicable methods. Informs Laboratory Supervisory immediately of any personnel, equipment, instrument and material problems and SOP or methodology deviations. Responds to and documents any necessary corrective action.Responds to customer inquiries by performing wet chemistry analysis and completing proper reports.Conducts IPP inspections at commercial, and industrial facilities within the service area.Investigates spills/complaints related to industrial & commercial users, evaluate spill control plans.Assist in IPP permit issuance, install samplers & collect samples.Performs a variety of manual functions. Duties involve the use of a variety procedures or processes and generally have predetermined standards. Uses judgement to arrange job details in order to achieve pre-determined objectives. Must follow established quality, process, safety and emergency response procedures. Must adhere to specifications and schedule. May suggest process improvements. Resolves routine problems independently. Uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments. Waits for direction for next steps or assignments outside of routine. Keeps supervisor informed of problems.

Work Environment:

Spends 100% of time in lab or operations environment.Typically spends 10 - 20% of time exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather.Company service vehicles are used as required. Possible Work Hazards: May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, airborne particles, and noise, rotating machinery, high pressure, hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards. Frequently exposed to toxic and caustic chemicals.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background: 

High School Diploma/GED is required.Associate’s degree or equivalent, with coursework in qualitative and quantitative Chemistry or Biology preferred.  (Must meet minimum qualifications established by regulatory agencies if working in a NELAC or State Certified Lab).Exposure to computerized lab equipment and related systems preferred.One to three years of experience in a related position in a similar environment with ability to use laboratory apparatus and equipment to perform accurate, repeatable work and to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.Ability to adhere to Company policies and procedures and to quickly develop proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.)Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record of performing field work.Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, OSHA and Quality Training.Learns to perform more complex tests and analysis.  Applicable technical training as required.Stays abreast of new technology, water treatment and separation methods, procedures and regulations in field by reading business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental publications.May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.

Physical Requirements:

Amount of time spent – Standing 50%, Sitting 25%, Walking 25%.Requires close visual and hearing observation.Taste and smell may be required for some tests.Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds distances of 10 feet. Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing and entering confined spaces. Close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus are special requirements.

Additional Information

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.