Waste Water Treatment Operator

Clean Harbors in **Guelph, ON** is looking for a **Wastewater Treatment Operator** The **Wastewater Treatment Operator**is working within a defined shift rotation, provides operations and maintenance of water and wastewater systems using safe operating procedures. This position keeps facilities in compliance with provincial and federal regulating agencies while protecting the public and environment.

**Why work for Clean Harbors?**
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
- Group RRSP with matching Component
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Positive and safe work environments
- Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times.
- Collects Water and Wastewater samples by following proper procedures.
- Repairs and maintains PVC and Steel piping within best practices.
- Performs accurate manual calculations of flow rates, pumping times, chemical pump drawdowns, etc. as required.
- Performs routine lab process tests to optimize both chemical and other treatment processes throughout the plant.
- Controls the operation, monitoring, and inspection of process equipment within plants including pumps and motors, compressors, screens, forklifts, membranes, chemical pumps, and associated equipment. Ensures process operations are continuously monitored for performance within specifications.
- Monitors and records onto daily log sheets unit process metering devices via gauges, computer process control systems, etc. on an ongoing basis. Coordinates process control adjustments in conjunction with the other operators on shift.
- Maintains data for required reports for internal regulatory agencies and is accessible for all stakeholders.
- Trouble shoots operational issues in Water and Wastewater Treatment plants: includes operational, chemical, mechanical, instrumentation and primary logic control (PLC) issues.
- Maintain and stay up to date on changes to best practices, legislation, policies and procedures within the water and wastewater industry.
- Maintain all certifications in good standing; notify supervisor when changes occur or as requested.
- All other duties as required.
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Post secondary certification in Wastewater Treatment program preferred.
- Valid G License and Reliable Transportation.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders such as customers, coworkers, regulatory agents, and others as required.
- Proven ability to identify issues and bring to full resolution.
- An attitude of continuous learning.
- Proven ability to follow defined policies, standards and procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to a safe work environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to read, write and speak fluently in the English language.
- Attention to detail.
- Basic understanding and knowledge of mechanical and plumbing concepts.
- Ability to complete simple mathematical calculations.
- Proven ability to gather and analyze information to determine a solution.
- Ability to demonstrate proficiency in treatment operations.
- Basic computer skills with ability to use MS Office software.
- Experience in a related industry such as water, wastewater, plumbing, mechanical, biology, and/or chemical.

**40-years of sustainability in action.**At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. **Clean Harbors** is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
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