Water Treatment Operator

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.

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

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Passport and ability to travel in Canada and the United States.
• Understanding of heat management and chemical applications; preferred if have industrial plant or industrial wastewater treatment experience in a mining or thermal oil setting.
• Preferred:
  Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certifications for support on other non‑industrial projects.
• Minimum Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) level1 or higher in Water Distribution (WD), Water Treatment (WT), Wastewater Collection (WWC), Wastewater Treatment (WWT), small water system (SWS), small wastewater system (SWWS).
• Minimum2years of direct experience with water/wastewater treatment systems.
• Valid class5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• College or industry training courses in water treatment, chemistry, pollution control or related subjects – an asset.
• Experience/training in plumbing, electrical, pipefitter/steamfitter or mechanical trades – an asset.
• Mechanical skills: proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Certificates in H2S, First Aid, Confined Space, TDG – an asset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and work on‑site; fly‑in/fly‑out arrangement with rotations to different locations as required.
• 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 (35kilos) 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.
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol and field readiness tests required by clients or Integrated Sustainability.