Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

5 days ago


Dartmouth, Canada Municipal Group of Companies Full time

**Job Summary**:
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and treatment processes in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies, and standards.

Operational duties include, but are not limited to, the operations, maintenance, and calibration of all water treatment equipment and related mechanical, instrumentation, SCADA systems, setting and monitoring chemical feed systems, VFD pumps, sample collection, analyses, etc.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:
Operate, monitor, and inspect plant equipment and systems to ensure that they are operating normally and within process parameters
Adjust treatment process parameters to optimize plant operations
Control the water quality using online analysis devices and laboratory data
Collect and test water samples
Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
Conduct daily site inspections and record observations
Help with the installation, the assembly, and repairs to equipment
Troubleshoot and determine cause of process upsets
Complete repairs to pumps and process equipment
Prepare and adjust the chemicals required for the treatment and testing of wastewater
Read and interpret charts, flow meters, and other gauges to determine operating efficiency of equipment
Accurately track and log inventory of wastewater and treatment production values
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on plant equipment, system equipment,
Perform quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses; evaluate procedures and results for accuracy and determine appropriate methods
Perform jar testing and other chemical tests
Safely handle chemicals such as acids, bases, polymers, etc.
May perform tasks requiring the use of a respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus
Conduct morning huddles daily, hazard assessments, and toolbox talks and maintain safety paperwork
Keep safety at top of mind when completing all tasks

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:
Safety orientated
Good mechanical aptitude
Proficiency with small tools
Good understanding of basic math
Good understanding of excel and MS Word
Good understanding of wastewater chemistry
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and written
Able to work as part of a team and liaison with customers and laboratory personnel
Time management and self-motivation
High School Education
University or Trades degree is an asset
WW Treatment Operator Training is an asset

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

**Application Process**:
Human Resources
**Attn**: Leah Creelman

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.



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