Wastewater Treatment Operator

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Dessert Holdings is looking for a Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our team based in London, ON. This individual will be responsible for running a small mechanical/chemical treatment plant designed to reduce Oil & Grease and TSS loadings in order to meet The City of London sewer by-law discharge levels. The incoming waste stream is a combination of miscellaneous discharges from floor drains and other operational processes from the main facility. Water from the equalization tank enters the treatment plant and first passes through a strainer screen to remove large particulate matter from the stream. The water then enters a large Dissolve Air Floatation Unit (DAF), where mechanical and chemical processes separate the wastes into a floating sludge. The sludge is skimmed off the DAF, collected and removed from site for further processing. The DAF effluent is discharged to the city sewer.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**: _(this is meant to be an outline, not an exhaustive list of responsibilities)_

Conduct laboratory testing at various stages of the treatment process, with a focus on maintaining optimal pH levels. Tests include colorimetric COD/phosphorus analysis, Total Suspended Solids (TSS), and pH measurements
- Monitor gauges, meters and control valves related to process flow, chemical dosage, and effluent
- Observe and assess operating conditions; perform calculations, identify issues, and implement corrective actions as required
- Operate pumps to control and adjust flow rates and treatment stages
- Manually and remotely (via SCADA system) open and close valves and gates to manage treatment operations
- Adhere to the Original Cakerie’s process water treatment requirements to ensure regulatory and operational compliance
- Accurately perform data entry, maintain operational logs, trend data, and generate reports
- Communicate effectively with co-workers, maintenance personnel, environmental coordinators, and health & safety representatives
- Ensure all products remain within required specifications
- Follow hygiene protocols in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Master Sanitation Schedules
- Perform routine maintenance, including preventive maintenance and cleaning of equipment
- Adhere to safety, quality, and operational performance standards
- Support training and continuous learning activities within the department
- Dispose of waste bins in the garbage room as needed and support contract cleaning and maintenance services when necessary
- Performance of other job duties as required

**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**:
Completed post-secondary education in an environmental or chemical related discipline
- Three or more years of job experience in water treatment
- Currently holds an active OIT license
- Knowledge of chemicals and comfortable working with exposure to cold temperatures
- Knowledge of operational parameters and treatment process, mechanics and hydraulics of wastewater treatment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude is a requirement
- Ability to perform heavy lifting, climb stairs, and work with a sense of urgency
- Must be willing and capable of undergoing training in working at heights and the safe operation of aerial platform equipment (e.g., Genie boom lifts, scissor lifts)
- All other duties as assigned

**Shift Summary**:? Will be discussed during the interview.

**What We Offer**:
**Pay Rate**: $26.79

**Our Benefits**
- Sweet discount on cakes
- We provide uniforms, safety shoes and sick pay.
- Comprehensive Health benefits & RRSP contribution after probation is complete.

**About Dessert Holdings**

Dessert Holdings is North America's fastest-growing premium dessert company, recognized for providing retail and foodservice customers with chef-inspired, innovative desserts made with real ingredients, a flexible and low-cost supply chain, and best-in-class service. The company is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, and Dianne's Fine Desserts. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across eight manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.