At Aquatera, we’re more than a utility provider, we’re environmental leaders delivering high-quality water, wastewater, and solid waste services while building healthier communities across Alberta. As a locally owned organization and an Alberta Top Employer, we’re proud to offer meaningful work, opportunities for development and growth, and a fulfilling lifestyle all within a supportive work environment. Everything we do contributes to cleaner water, a healthier environment, and stronger communities so you’ll go home knowing your work truly matters. We foster a strong, supportive culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement, Aquatera is a place to grow and thrive while maintaining a positive work life balance. We’re looking for passionate and diverse professionals looking to work in a fast-paced environment who share our values and are committed to making a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a Level III WWTP, as required and based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
- Observation, preventative maintenance, and station checks of the wastewater treatment plant
- Observation, preventative maintenance, and discharge of wastewater treatment system
- Shift work, working alone and participation in the on-call schedule
- Perform 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 environmentally acceptable wastewater effluent
- Provide assistance with contracted utility projects
- Professionally interacting with all internal staff and external customers and stakeholders
- Efficiently plan/complete all required daily activities while ensuring that priorities in safety and compliance are always met
- Investigate and document 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
- Other related duties as assigned, which may include, but are not limited to, support in distribution/collection, water treatment, office duties, etc.
- Operational support and travel to other sites or locations we serve, including overnight travel, may be required
Qualifications and Required Skills
The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada without limitations and:
- Have certifications or experience in the water/wastewater field. Preference will be given to W/WTP operators with AEPA certifications in water treatment and wastewater treatment. AEPA Water Treatment, Level II and Wastewater Treatment, Level III would be an asset
- 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, and incorporate continuous improvement initiatives
- Have prior education/experience in the water/wastewater treatment field
- Have a valid Class 5 Drivers’ license (minimum)
- Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent
The wage range is per the CUPE collective agreement, depending on level of certification. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Dental & Vision, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, RRSP matching, Health & Wellness spending account, and above average vacation benefits.
