Company DescriptionA rare opportunity to master both heritage and cutting-edge water treatment technology — all in one extraordinary facility.Are you ready to launch or elevate your career in water treatment? We are seeking a motivated and curious operator to join our tight-knit team at one of Canada's most distinctive water treatment facilities — a Class IV plant located on CFB Wainwright, serving both the military base and the community of Wainwright, Alberta.This is not your average operator role. Our plant uniquely combines time-tested conventional treatment (flocculation, clarification, and multimedia filtration) with state-of-the-art Veolia micro-filtration membranes — giving you hands-on experience with the full spectrum of water treatment technology. You will be mentored, supported, and set up for success from day one.Job DescriptionWhat You'll Do Every DayStep into a dynamic and varied role where no two shifts are exactly the same. Your responsibilities will include:Conduct thorough daily equipment inspections — instrument verification, cleaning, and calibration across the entire facilityLead laboratory work and water quality sampling — measuring turbidity, residual chlorine, pH, ammonia, and more at multiple locations throughout the distribution systemMonitor and control the SCADA system — keeping a real-time eye on plant performance and responding proactively to alarmsManage and optimize chemical dosing — including Potassium Permanganate, Sulphuric Acid, Gas Chlorine, Aqueous Ammonia, and PolymerOperate and maintain GE membrane micro-filtration systems — including weekly Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures across 3 unitsPerform preventative maintenance — oil changes, filter changes, greasing, pneumatic valve rebuilds, and more as part of the monthly PM programExecute daily QA rounds at two reservoirs and a pump house to verify system integrityBackwash 4 dual-media sand filters on a scheduled and demand basisManage chemical inventory and initiate procurement as neededAccurately enter operational data into the Simo Management Water DatabaseCollaborate with on-site contractors and support DND-requested testing protocolsContribute to a safe, clean, and professional work environment — janitorial duties and groundskeeping includedQualificationsWhat You BringWe value potential as much as credentials. If you hold any of the following, we want to hear from you:Water Treatment Level 1 certification or higher (required)Water Distribution certification (a strong asset)Canadian residency for a minimum of 5 years — required to qualify for the industrial security screening program for CFB Wainwright site accessA drive to learn, a strong safety mindset, and pride in doing quality workAdditional InformationWhy You'll Love This RoleRare dual-technology exposure — operate both legacy and modern systems in a single facilityMeaningful work — safeguard drinking water for Canadian Armed Forces personnel and the Wainwright communityFully funded certifications — Confined Space, First Aid, Fall Arrest, TDG, Chlorine Handling and more, all providedSupportive team culture — you won't be thrown in the deep end; your growth is our priorityUnique work location — gain experience operating within a federal military installationSchedule & CompensationTraining Period: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM — a structured onboarding period to get you fully confident in the role.Ongoing Schedule: 8 days on / 6 days off rotation — 10-hour shifts, averaging 80 hours over 2 weeks, starting on Tuesdays. Enjoy stretches of consecutive days off that many standard jobs simply can't offer.On-Call Rotation: After training, you will participate in an after-hours callout rotation — compensated accordingly.Salary: Competitive wages based on your certifications and experience — we reward what you bring to the table.Your Benefits PackageAfter successfully completing your 3-month probationary period, you will be enrolled in a comprehensive benefits package:Extended Health CareVision CareDental CareVirtual Medicine6 Sick Days/YearBoot Allowance ($175/yr)Relocation support: Travelling and accommodation compensation may be available for candidates who need to relocate or commute to Wainwright.Safety & EquipmentYour safety is paramount. All required PPE is provided by the company. A boot allowance of $175/year covers your steel-toed safety footwear. All safety training certifications are either recognized as an asset or will be fully provided — including Confined Space, First Aid, Fall Arrest, TDG, and Chlorine Handling.Ready to Make a Real Impact? Apply Now.Submit your resume, a cover letter, and copies of your valid water treatment and/or distribution certifications to both of the following contacts:Tanya McGowan:  [email protected]Gabe Lebeuf:  [email protected]

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday Post Status: Permanent Work Shift: Day