Company Description

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 Technology 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!

Job Description

Veolia Water Tech is seeking a dynamic Pretreatment Lab Operator to join our team in Odessa! This Lab Technician is responsible for performing laboratory analysis and making operational adjustments and recommendations (chemical dosing) in the field based on laboratory analysis data. This role directly supports operations and the overall compliance and treatment process at an industrial wastewater treatment facility.

Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records and logbooks as requiredFollow written analytical procedures for testing of customer solution samples including plating tests, volumetric and gravimetric analysis, instrumental analysis, etc.Perform the setup, reagents preparation, calibration, testing, calculation, reporting, and cleanup (after training period) of parameters that are performed on-sitePerform all duties in a safe manner, including housekeeping duties as required which may include: dishwashing, proper bottle disposal, proper sample disposal, and other housekeeping duties as required by the testing and maintain clean lab and work areaPerform calculations associated with the test resultsPerform data entry as required by testing and review and validate test resultsUtilize critical thinking skills to make operational changes in the wastewater treatment facility to either optimize conditions or correct operational conditionsPerform duties within timeframes prescribed and at expected level of quality, quantity, and teamworkMaintain proper stock of supplies, reagents, and standardsOperate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9000 and ISO14001 standardsPerform analytical testing such as: turbidity, hardness, chlorine, pH, CO2, O2, SDI, TOC, in addition to various other site-specific testing requirementsManage and adjust chemical dosing systems to maintain the required chemistry in the wastewater treatment systemProvide training for new employees as neededCrosstrain on operational duties so that additional operational redundancy is present on-siteOther duties as needed

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

Knowledge of basic chemistry and laboratory techniques and equipment: pipettes, burettes, graduates, beakers and flasks, other basic lab equipmentKnowledge of basic computer skillsSkilled in the use of basic math and laboratory calculationsAbility to properly use: a balance, a thermometer, hand tools (screwdriver, wrenches, pliers, etc.), drying ovens, tweezers and tongs, other lab equipment required by testing (as trained) and a pipette bulbData interpretation, record keeping reporting and critical decision-making skillsWorking knowledge of UV/VIS Spectrophotometers, HPLC Instrumentation, and pH meters, inline analyzers, and gravimetric assaysAbility to properly perform test methods assignedAbility to read and follow methods for test procedures, reports, and QCAbility to read and implement instrument/equipment manualsAbility to read, comprehend, and implement test methodsAbility to read, write, and communicate orally in English in a fluent mannerProficient in Google Suite or related software

Education & Experience

Required:

High School diploma or equivalentPass a TCEQ Class D Wastewater Operators exam within 6 months of employment

Preferred:

Forklift license and experience Experience working in wastewater treatmentExperience working in a fast-paced work environment Previous lab experience Laboratory software: LIMS systems, Minitab preferred

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily indoors (lab environment) but may be required to work outdoors in an industrial environment. May be exposed to release from surrounding complex or laboratory which may include but not be limited to: low level beta particles (Ni 63) radiation source, chemicals, solvents, electrical (instrumentation),fumes and odors, dust, toxic waste and other hazards associated with working in an industrial area.

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger
communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder
and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we
also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!Life InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!Flexible Spending & Health Saving AccountsAD&D InsuranceDisability InsuranceTuition Reimbursement

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not
sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

VWTS does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a
current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and
candidate profiles will be deemed the property of VWTS, and no fee will be due.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.