Highlights of the job

We are seeking a Full-Time, Permanent Technologist specializing in Industrial Wastewater to join our team at Aurum in Edmonton, AB. This role reports directly to the Manager of Environmental Monitoring, Compliance & Support.

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

As a Technologist specializing in Industrial Wastewater, you will play a key role in field operations, conducting sampling, monitoring, inspections, and assessments to ensure compliance with municipal bylaws and the objectives of the Industrial Monitoring program. Your responsibilities include following established sampling protocols, utilizing manual and automatic sampling techniques, and ensuring the safe collection, documentation, and delivery of representative water and wastewater samples to the laboratory. Additionally, you will perform routine inspections of hauled wastewater carriers, verifying compliance with bylaw requirements and associated documentation

What you’d be responsible for

In the role of Technologist, Industrial Wastewater, you are accountable to the Manager of Environmental Monitoring, Compliance & Support. and will have the following key accountabilities (but are not limited to these):

• Provide input to the Compliance Manager on plans, directions, and maintaining effective relationships with other positions.
• Conduct Safe Work Plans at all worksites, ensuring all hazard controls are in place or in use.
• Collect water and wastewater samples from manholes, vacuum trucks, and designated points using manual and automated techniques per established protocols.
• Perform visual and field-test kit assessments, documenting results, observations, and related data.
• Deliver representative water/wastewater samples to the laboratory for analysis.
• Utilize the following programs:
  • POSSE & Excel for data entry and recording
  • GeoFIT & DRAINS to locate and assess sampling sites
  • Entrapass & C-Cure for billing reports and manifest checks
  • Oracle & Outlook for emails, timecards, and general work functions
  • Matrix Gemini for daily sample submissions
• Issue notices for minor bylaw infractions as required. Major infractions are referred to Investigators or City Bylaw Officers and may require assistance.
• Plan and execute a safe, efficient daily sample collection route across various sites, including off-road locations and private properties, under diverse traffic and environmental conditions.
• Perform hauled wastewater inspections at transfer stations, including sample collection (manual or automated), field testing, data retrieval, video footage review, manifest verification, reporting, billing, and assisting with site/card access management.

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications, experience and behaviours you possess are:

• Completion of a Diploma in Environmental, Chemical or Biological Sciences from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
  • Degrees or diplomas from similar programs may also be considered.
  • At least one course in Grade 12 Chemistry or Biology from a recognized educational institute is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of EPCOR Drainage Services and Wastewater Treatment Bylaw 19627 and City of Edmonton Drainage Bylaw 18093.
• At least one year of experience in a role related to environmental, chemical, or biological sciences.
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Excel) and with data collection and database usage.
• Ability and willingness to perform work in all types of weather during all four seasons, frequent entering and exiting of vehicle at a variety of industrial, commercial and institutional customer locations.
• Able to meet the physical demands required of this position, which will include physical strength and dexterity to perform medium to heavy work and frequent lifting of materials weighing up to fifty pounds. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
  • Must be able and willing to wear all Personal Protective Equipment.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driver’s permit, which requires a valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License
  • Limited to 6 demerits or less at date of hire (prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file).
  • A Driver Abstract (5 year commercial type) will be required.
  • Drivers with a GDL class may be considered (limited to 3 demerits and pending driving behavior review referenced above).

Preferred Qualifications for the Industrial Wastewater Technologist:

• Extensive knowledge of environmental legislation, pollution prevention, waste minimization, and wastewater treatment and disposal methods.
• Certification as a member of The Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET), ECO Canada, or another recognized professional organization.
• Alberta Environment Wastewater Collection Operator Certification.

As a successful candidate, you bring excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities to ensure tasks are completed on time and to high standards. Your commitment to safety is unwavering, and you thrive in a fast-paced, occasionally high-pressure environment while working independently. You demonstrate sound judgment in executing responsibilities and take proactive steps to resolve challenges. Additionally, you consistently seek opportunities to enhance products, optimize processes, boost efficiency, reduce waste, and drive improvements.

At EPCOR, health and safety are fundamental to our operations, and we are committed to fostering a zero-injury culture. As such, your proven track record of safety awareness and adherence to safe work practices aligns with our organizational values.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: T1

Wage: Starting at $39.23 per hour

• Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement found online.

Hours of work: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday typically)

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.