Water Treatment Operator – BC

Description:

Join our Operations team as an Industrial Water Treatment Plant Operator and embark on a rewarding career dedicated to protecting the environment and supporting our resource industry. We have entry and senior level positions available based on our recent growth in Water Treatment Operations work in Canada and the Caribbean.

In this role, you’ll work with advanced technology and a team of senior operations and engineering specialists, tackling complex challenges that make a significant impact on public health and the environment. You’ll receive on-the-job training in water treatment and chemistry fundamentals, as well as advanced process optimization. You’ll play a crucial part in maintaining the highest standards of water treatment with a rotating shift schedule that offers both flexibility and structure.

We proudly collaborate with First Nations communities, valuing their traditional knowledge and environmental stewardship. Our partnership is based on mutual respect and a shared commitment to sustainability. Together, we strive to protect natural resources and promote the well-being of all communities we serve.

This will be a fly in/fly out position to remote locations across western Canada. This posting is being used to capture applicants at all experience levels with the posted salary reflecting the assumed range for junior to Intermediate level positions.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the secure and efficient operation of an industrial water treatment plant, collaborating with a small team under supervision. The role involves a shift schedule of 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain water treatment equipment including pumps, filtration systems, and chemical feed systems.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies, troubleshooting issues to prevent downtime.
• Conduct regular laboratory tests on water samples and adjust treatment processes as necessary to meet compliance standards.
• Record and maintain accurate logs of treatment processes, test results, and maintenance activities.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on treatment equipment to ensure efficient operation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations during all operational activities.
• Perform landscaping and housekeeping duties as needed to maintain a clean and organized facility.

Requirements:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants must have a passport and be able to travel in Canada and the United States. The projects require an understanding of heat management and chemical applications – applicants will be preferentially considered that have industrial plant or industrial wastewater treatment experience in a mining or thermal oil experience.
• Candidates with Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certifications will be preferred to support other non-industrial projects in Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean.
• Strong candidates with exceptional experience who are pursuing or willing to pursue certification will be considered.
• Minimum Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) level 1 or higher certification in Water Distribution (WD), Water Treatment (WT), Wastewater Collection (WWC), Wastewater Treatment (WWT), small water system (SWS), small wastewater system (SWWS).
• Minimum 2 years of direct experience with water/wastewater treatment systems.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract (proof required).
• College or industry training courses in water treatment, chemistry, pollution control or related subjects are an asset.
• Training and experience in relevant trades such as plumbing, electrical, pipefitter/steamfitter, mechanical trades are an asset.
• Mechanical skills: proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Certificates in H2S, First Aid, Confined Space, TDG are an asset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be willing to travel and work on-site as needed fly-in fly-out arrangement, with rotations to different locations as required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in remote settings.

Safety Sensitive Position:

This role is a Safety Sensitive Position. As such, the following duties and expectations will be critical to your role:

• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to lift up to 77 pounds/35 kilos on a daily continuous basis.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work on uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to work at heights and in diverse weather.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a light duty truck.
• This position requires working in a remote field environment; therefore, expect varying working conditions.
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol and field readiness tests required by clients or by