Water Treatment Operator

Job Overview

Industrial Water Treatment Plant Operator – fly‑in/fly‑out to remote locations across western Canada on a 2‑weeks‑on/2‑weeks‑off shift schedule.

• Responsible for the secure and efficient operation of an industrial water treatment plant, collaborating with a small team under supervision.
• 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.

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants must have a passport and be able to travel in Canada and the United States.
• Prior experience in industrial plant or industrial wastewater treatment in mining or thermal oil is preferred.
• Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certifications are preferred; minimum EOCP Level1 in Water Distribution (WD), Water Treatment (WT), Wastewater Collection (WWC), Wastewater Treatment (WWT), Small Water System (SWS), or Small Wastewater System (SWWS).
• Minimum 2years of direct experience with water/wastewater treatment systems.
• Valid Class5 driver’s licence with a clean driving abstract.
• 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.
• 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.
• Willingness to travel and work on‑site as required, including fly‑in/fly‑out arrangements to different locations.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in remote settings.

• Must be able to frequently bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to lift up to 77pounds (35kg) daily on a 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 licence and be able to operate a light‑duty truck.
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol and field readiness tests required by clients or by Integrated Sustainability.
• Position requires working in a remote field environment; therefore, expect varying working conditions.