Junior Plant Operator

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.

This position offers a pathway into Plant Operations. Employees who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, and initiative may be considered for progression into Plant Operator roles. Training will include exposure to process systems, equipment operation, troubleshooting, and safety practices within an advanced organics processing facility

The Junior Plant Operator supports daily plant operations through equipment operation, material handling, and general site support. This role is designed as an entry point into plant operations, providing exposure to processing systems, equipment, and operational procedures. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop into a Plant Operator role through on-the-job training, mentorship, and demonstrated performance.

Main Responsibilities:

Knowledge,

Skills and Experience:

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience required.
• 1 to 2 years of experience operating a counterbalance forklift in an industrial environment required; experience operating a telehandler is considered a strong asset.
• Valid forklift certification (counterbalance and/or telehandler) is considered an asset.
• 1 to 2 years of experience as a general laborer in a heavy industrial environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn process systems
• Experience with a variety of machinery, vehicles, material handling equipment, and hand and power tools is preferred.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to understand and follow operational, process, safety, and quality instructions.
• Strong interest in developing a career in industrial, wastewater, or organics processing operations
• Basic math and numeracy skills required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a team environment and willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to take on increasing responsibility
• Must hold a valid driver's license with a clean and safe driving record.
• Must be reliable and punctual, as start and finish times directly impact overall operations.
• Must be able to rotate throughout various areas of the facility as operationally required.

Work Environment:

Permanent employment offered, on a full-time basis, with working hours from Monday to Friday. Shifts are the following:

• Shifts (2):
  Monday - Sunday; 5:00 AM– 2:30 PM & 2:00 PM – 11:30 PM, + Overtime; alternating shifts with two days off before rotation.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Fast-paced…