Description
We are currently recruiting a Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator for our Class III Water and Class II Wastewater Treatment Plants in Wetaskiwin.
Job duties:
This challenging position involves:
- Safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a Level III WTP and Level II WWTP as required and based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
- Observation, preventative maintenance, and station checks of the water treatment plant
- Observation, preventative maintenance, and discharge of wastewater treatment system
- Shift work when required, working alone and participation in the on-call schedule
- Performing facility operation and maintenance tasks related to process monitoring and optimization
- Laboratory and field analysis
- Reporting and detailed record keeping
- Responsible for meeting all Federal and Provincial Legislative Regulations.
- Responsible for maintaining required reporting data for multiple stakeholders and agencies
- Ensure quality control and standard method practices are being utilized to ensure the production of safe drinking water and environmentally acceptable wastewater effluent
- Participates in contracted services for utility projects
- Professionally interacting with all internal and external customers and stakeholders
- Efficiently plan/complete all required daily activities while ensuring that priorities in safety and compliance are being always met
- Investigation and documentation of any/all concerns regarding water and wastewater
- Evaluate and advise on all new operation systems
- Must stay current with all new technologies, standard methods, and legal requirements
- Remote operational support in other communities as required
- Other related duties as assigned which may include, but are not limited to, support in Distribution/Collection, office duties etc.
Requirements
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and, will:
- Have a minimum Level I Water Treatment and Level I Wastewater Treatment certifications
- Have Level III AEPA Water Treatment and Level II Wastewater Treatment certification is (preferred)
- Be self-motivated, organized and safety conscious
- Be able to work as part of a team or independently without direct supervision
- Have a proven mechanical aptitude, good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Have a basic knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, biology and computers
- Have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively
- Consistently model Aquatera’s Values and Principles; as well as incorporating continuous improvement initiatives
- Have prior education/experience in the Water/Wastewater Treatment field
- Have a valid Class five Drivers’ license (minimum), Class 3 would be an asset
- Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent
As conditions of employment, the successful candidate will be required to:
- Provide a valid Class 5 driver’s license a driver’s abstract satisfactory to the Employer at time of second interview
- Pass a 50lb. fitness test
- Satisfactory Criminal Records Check
- Pass a comprehensive drug and alcohol test
Salary & Benefits
The wage range is per the CUPE collective agreement, depending on level of certification. We offer a full benefit package and extensive opportunities for personal growth.
Contact
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