Operator, Maintenance​/Utility

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.
What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:
Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.
What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:
10 days paid time off
5 sick days
10 Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
RRSP with company match (fully vested upon hire)
Career growth and promotional opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform all plant operational duties, predictive/preventative maintenance and repairs to equipment. This may involve exposure to varying climatic conditions, exposure to traces of treatment chemicals, sludge, water and wastewater.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES   Ability to analyze system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize operations
Understanding of safety, environmental, and industry standards to ensure compliance
Undertake inspections and evaluate process equipment performance to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with established procedures.
Complete repairs as needed/as directed by Facilities manager
Collect, maintain, transport samples and carry out various tests as required
Maintain logs and records pertaining to equipment performance and conditions in accordance with established procedures.
Perform housekeeping/janitorial duties.
Undertake all assigned duties in a safe and professional manner, complying with established safety procedures and in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHIMS and all other applicable legislation.
Perform other duties as may be assigned, which are related to Synagro Windsor operations and contract.
Assist facility personnel in a variety of duties as required.
Load and transport sludge from Windsor sewage plants or WBPF site to assigned destination.
Transport/unload/load tractor trailers on the WBPF site.
QUALIFICATIONS   High school diploma or equivalent
Clean drivers abstract with A/Z endorsement
Experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
Strong Emphasis on safety
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Comfortable with a fast-paced work environment
Self-starter with the ability to work with limited supervision
Excellent sense of urgency, work ethic and attendance record
Able to sit, walk, stand, and/or drive for extended periods of time
Able to work extended hours
Able to work 8-12-hour shifts in a 24-hour 6-day/week schedule including holidays
Lift up to 50lbs
Able to read, write and speak English effectively
A Canadian resident and/or legally allowed to work within Canada
Ensure ongoing assessment of operating equipment during production and adjust as needed during operations
Complete repairs as needed/as directed by Facilities manager
Ability to analyze system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize operations
Understanding of safety, environmental, and industry standards to ensure compliance
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE   Minimum high school diploma required, additional training in a process, chemical or mechanical program considered an asset
Operating years' experience considered an asset and counted towards seniority
Biosolids knowledge preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS   Ability to work varying shifts, overtime, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins
Ability to move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating and uneven surfaces utilizing ladders when necessary
Talking, Hearing, Seeing, Sitting, Standing, Walking, and Lifting up to 25 kgs.
Ability to access confined spaces for general cleaning and inspections
The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions:
One or more of the following conditions that affect…