Water Treatment Operator-Monday-Friday-2pm-11:30pm

Job summary

The Water Treatment Operator is responsible for treating oily waters using chemical processes and operating specialized equipment such as pumps, valves, and separators. They also perform equipment maintenance, manage chemical inventory, and conduct basic wet chemistry tests to ensure process compliance.

Job details

Position Summary Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Water Treatment Operator performs treatment of oily waters using chemical recipe’s along with assorted types of pumps, valves and process equipment for the movement of the oily waters through the treatment process. The operator is also responsible for assisting with maintenance (scheduling, performing, recording and reporting) of process equipment and maintaining appropriate inventory levels of required treatment chemicals and miscellaneous water treatment supplies. Key Duties and Responsibilities Movement of oily waters from the tank farm to the process tanks based on direction from supervisor Sampling of the water at different stages of the treatment process Use of pumps for the addition of chemicals (hazardous and nonhazardous) to the treatment tanks as directed Performing basic wet chemistry test on treatment process samples Preparation of reagents needed for treatment process Maintaining Inventory levels of required treatment chemicals and supplies Assisting with the scheduling, performing, recording and reporting of process equipment maintenance (preventative and reactive) Operating and cleaning of the filter press Operating and cleaning of oil/water separator Housekeeping/maintenance tasks in the water treatment building as needed Maintenance of SOP’s Other duties as assigned by supervisor Position Specifications (Qualifications) Education / Knowledge / Experience Chemical Engineering Technology or Chemical Technician Diploma Or equivalent experience of 2+ years WHMIS, Transportation Dangerous Goods (TDG) training Knowledge of Ontario Regulation 347 is an asset Lift Truck operator training or willingness to be trained Previous experience with respect to valves and piping systems and pumps an asset Experience/Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and equipment maintenance Skills and Abilities Able to be physically active all day, in an indoor/outdoor environment Work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment Ability to react to situations with common sense and good judgment, and in a timely and responsible manner Communication skills: listening, verbal, and written Basic math and problem-solving skills Driving Personal Attributes Mechanically inclined Willing and able to work in a dirty environment and not mind getting dirty Team player and able to work independently Flexible, adaptable, easy going Positive, friendly attitude Environment / Working Conditions Health and Safety Considerations / Unusual Working Conditions Regular exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals Use of personal protective safety equipment (latex gloves, rubber boots, respiration mask, ear plugs, face shield, goggles, safety glasses), as required Heights, climbing, working with ladders Regular exposure to inclement weather (heat, cold, precipitation) Regular exposure to noisy environments (Yard, Shop, trucks, pumps) Regular exposure to fumes, vehicle exhaust, obnoxious odours Regular exposure to slip and fall hazards Work Environment Most of the work is completed indoors in the water treatment building, with some occasional time required in the Lab, Pumphouse and yard as required. Work is generally conducted during a standard work week (Monday to Friday), and generally on a shift schedule which may fall between 2 pm and 11:30pm daily (40 hours per week) Overtime and weekend hours, as required, during peak business times Physical Demands Physically capable of lifting, pulling, carrying up to 50lbs on a regular basis, and up to 100lbs as required Rolling drums, moving hoses, pushing pump cart operating equipment, such as forklift Climbing stairs and ladders Standing for long periods; very minimal time spent sitting Operating manual and power hand tools Mental concentration to ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed at all times

What you’ll do

The Water Treatment Operator is responsible for treating oily waters using chemical processes and operating specialized equipment such as pumps, valves, and separators. They also perform equipment maintenance, manage chemical inventory, and conduct basic wet chemistry tests to ensure process compliance.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Chemical Engineering Technology or Technician Diploma, or equivalent experience of at least two years. Proficiency in WHMIS, TDG, and experience with wastewater treatment equipment and piping systems is required.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Water treatment
• Chemical handling
• Pump operation
• Valve maintenance
• Wet chemistry testing
• Inventory management
• Filter press operation
• Oil/water separator maintenance
• Piping systems
• Wastewater treatment
• Equipment maintenance
• WHMIS
• Transportation Dangerous Goods
• Forklift operation
• Problem-solving
• Mechanical aptitude
• Hand Tools
• Maintenance Scheduling
• Mental Concentration
• Equipment Maintenance
• Wet Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Housekeeping
• Communication
• Forklift Truck
• Oil and Gas
• General Mathematics
• Inventory Management
• Problem Solving
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Multitasking
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Valves (Piping)
• Sewage Treatments
• Water Treatments Operation
• Water Treatment
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Scheduling
• Respiration

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Trades
• Energy
• Water Treatment Operator
• Water Treatment Specialist / Waste Water Operator
• Incinerator and Water Treatment Plant Operators
• Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators

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