Water Treatment Operator in Training

2 weeks ago


Pickle Lake, Canada Clearford Full time

Clearford Water Systems Inc.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Water/Wastewater Operator-in-Training (OIT) to join our team on the Pickle Lake Project.

About the Role

The OIT will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Class 2 Ground Water Supply and Distribution System and Class 2 extended aeration Wastewater Treatment System.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform all operational tasks and maintenance duties for assigned facilities, including daily rounds, water quality testing, system monitoring, housekeeping, regulatory sampling, and deliveries to lab.
  • Communicate effectively with members of the public, clients, government agencies, equipment suppliers, contractors, and tradespeople.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, approvals, orders, and guidelines.
  • Adjust, inspect, and evaluate process performance and equipment to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Operate, monitor, and maintain the ground water supply and distribution system, and water tower, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), various digital and analog instrumentation and control systems, numerous monitoring, reporting, and communication systems, chlorination, continuous online analyzers, and related appurtenances, valves, hydrants, etc.
  • Operate, monitor, and maintain wastewater treatment plant using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems along with less sophisticated control systems, sewage pump stations, and manholes, etc.
  • Work independently to troubleshoot various types of equipment malfunctions, make necessary repairs using Operations and Maintenance manuals, seek input from peers by telephone or through web-based communication channels such as Microsoft Teams.
  • Collect regulatory Water and Wastewater samples; microbiological, chemical, raw sewage, and treated effluent using necessary Chains of Custody, proper packaging, and transportation to various laboratories.
  • Conduct in-house laboratory testing utilizing handheld instruments (colorimeters or spectrophotometers).
  • Carry out process changes required to optimize treatment performance.
  • Comply with the on-call rotation schedule including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
  • Interpret Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Process and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs), reviews Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and assists with asset data collection from sites to upload into a Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Maintain logs and records pertaining to system performance and conditions, in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in maintaining a safe work environment by using appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and Health and Safety training.
  • Help to promote a positive working environment, present a professional approach to the client, and establish and maintain relationships between Clearford and the client.

Requirements

  • Minimum Operator in Training Certificate/Licenses for: Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Supply, Wastewater Treatment, Wastewater Collection.
  • Higher level licenses considered a strong asset.
  • Post-secondary education in the environmental, chemical/biological, or engineering field, considered a strong asset.
  • Possess a strong mechanical aptitude, and is familiar with various types of tools.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and a willingness to develop and grow these on the job.
  • Training and certification in Confined Space Entry (CSE), Working at Heights, First Aid, are considered strong assets.
  • Lock-Out Tag-Out, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods are considered strong assets.
  • Good understanding of the latest technologies in the Water and Wastewater industry.
  • Basic knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations (for example, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Drinking Water Standards, Drinking Water Protection Regulations, Safe Drinking Water Act, Spills Act, etc.).
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft software packages including Access, Project, and Teams, as well as web-based data entry systems for payroll and expenses.
  • Proactively, maintains current training and pursues advanced certification.
  • A valid Ontario Class (full) G driver's license, clean driver's abstract is required to drive a company vehicle.

What We Offer

  • The hourly rate for the Operator-in-Training is $25.00 with overtime after 44 hours (calculated weekly) at 1.5X hourly rate, and 1.5X hourly rate for working Statutory Holidays.
  • Weekly bonus of $500 gross.
  • $300 flat rate for travel days.
  • $50 per diem for meals.
  • Weekend standby rates are $100 per weekend.
  • Travel and accommodation to be provided.
  • Opportunity to extend the position into a long-term contract.


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