Water & Waste-Water Plant Operator / Canada

The Water & Waste-Water Plant Operator position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and compliance of the potable water and waste-water treatment plants. It is a permanent 480-person camp facility.

Note: This is a day-shift only position, (12) hours per day, 14-on 14-off, with transportation provided to/from site from Bonnyville, Saskatoon, Calgary and Edmonton. Call- outs during off-shift hours may be required during process upsets.

Accountabilities:

• Operate and monitor equipment throughout the water and waste-water treatment plants.
• Maintain the processes to meet the applicable regulatory approvals.
• Coordinate, develop, and deliver, as required, all training materials associated with safety, operations, and maintenance of the Lodge water and wastewater plants.
• Coordinate chemical deliveries and liaison with chemical suppliers.
• Perform process sampling and laboratory testing.
• Interpret lab results for efficient plant operation and optimization.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose process upsets and problems; taking remedial actions as required.
• Record daily readings; produce monthly and yearly reports for submission to the regulatory bodies.
• Perform all safety checks and issue permits as required.
• Responsible for all housekeeping and plant maintenance duties.
• Work in compliance with all corporate safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of all Lodge water and wastewater plant equipment.
• Liaise with third-party maintenance contractors and equipment vendors.
• Respond to all call-outs in a prompt and reliable manner.
• Assist in the overall indoors and outdoors maintenance of the Leismer Lodge facilities.
• Attend continuous education courses to maintain certification.

Qualifications:

• The ideal, successful candidate must be motivated, energetic, and will have the following qualifications
• Experience in potable water and waste-water treatment.
• Holds a valid Level 2 Alberta Environment Water & Waste-Water Operator Certificate.
• Must be able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Proven organizational abilities.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop others.
• Proficient with personal computers and various Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Maximo etc.).
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Experience working with small projects.
• Excellent decision making skills and the ability to make independent decisions and judgments that may not be favorable to all.
• An understanding of the AEP approval process and reporting requirements.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s license (note: a driver’s abstract is required).
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.