water and wastewater technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work site environment

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Cold/refrigerated

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Confined spaces

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Dusty

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Hot

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Noisy

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Odours

Work setting

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Relocation costs not covered by employer

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Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

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Perform security checks within plant and on grounds

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Analyze test results and instrument readings

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Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content

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Collect waste and sewage samples

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Complete and maintain plant logs and reports

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Help with the installation, the assembly, and repairs to equipment

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Maintain chemical feed stocks

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Make adjustments to plant equipment and systems

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Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctioning and to ensure plant systems are operating normally

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Monitor and read recording instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure plant systems and equipment are operating within prescribed limits

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Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the treatment and distribution of water

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Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the flow of sewage and to treat and dispose of sewage and wastes

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Patrol plant to check pumps, motors, filters, chlorinators and other plant equipment

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Read recording instruments to measure output and consumption levels, bacterial content, chlorine and fluoride levels

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Transport and mix chemicals, and operate equipment used to unload chemicals

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Administer first-aid and other assistance

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Inspect products and processing methods; prepare reports and ensure that regulations governing health, quality and safety are followed

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Water wastewater operator Certification

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Confined Space Entry Training

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Water Distribution Certificate (Levels I, II, III or IV)

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Water Treatment Certificate (Levels I, II, III or IV)

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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Specialization or experience

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Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

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Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

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Public transportation is not available

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Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail

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Bending, crouching, kneeling

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Combination of sitting, standing, walking

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Hand-eye co-ordination

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Handling heavy loads

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Manual dexterity

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Physically demanding

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Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills

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Excellent oral communication

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Excellent written communication

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Flexibility

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Judgement

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Organized

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Reliability

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Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

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Dental plan

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Disability benefits

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Health care plan

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Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Life insurance

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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

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Long-term care insurance

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Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

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Free parking available

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Learning/training paid by employer