wastewater treatment operator

3 weeks ago

Summerside, Canada City of Summerside Full time
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English or French
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
  • Experience: 1 year to less than 2 yearsWork site environment
  • OdoursTasks
  • Operate disinfection systems
  • Operate filtration and clarification systems
  • Operate oxidation systems
  • Operate pumping systems
  • Read blueprints to determine work requirements
  • Take physico-chemical measurements on water and sludge
  • Perform security checks within plant and on grounds
  • Wear and use Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment
  • Analyze test results and instrument readings
  • Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content
  • Collect waste and sewage samples
  • Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
  • Help with the installation, the assembly, and repairs to equipment
  • Maintain chemical feed stocks
  • Make adjustments to plant equipment and systems
  • Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctioning and to ensure plant systems are operating normally
  • Monitor and read recording instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure plant systems and equipment are operating within prescribed limits
  • Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the treatment and distribution of water
  • Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the flow of sewage and to treat and dispose of sewage and wastes
  • Patrol plant to check pumps, motors, filters, chlorinators and other plant equipment
  • Read recording instruments to measure output and consumption levels, bacterial content, chlorine and fluoride levels
  • Transport and mix chemicals, and operate equipment used to unload chemicalsCertificates, licences, memberships, and courses 
  • Water wastewater operator Certification
  • CPR Certificate
  • Water Treatment Certificate (Levels I, II, III or IV)Transportation/travel information
  • Valid driver's licenceWork conditions and physical capabilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Hand-eye co-ordination
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Manual dexterity
  • Overtime required
  • Physically demanding
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Standing for extended periodsPersonal suitability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Judgement
  • Organized
  • Reliability
  • Team playerScreening questions
  • Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
  • Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefitsFinancial benefits
  • As per collective agreement
  • Pension planOther benefits
  • Free parking available
  • Wellness program

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