About The Role

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Water Treatment Operator performs treatment of oily waters using chemical recipe’s along with assorted types of pumps, valves and process equipment for the movement of the oily waters through the treatment process. The operator is also responsible for assisting with maintenance (scheduling, performing, recording and reporting) of process equipment and maintaining appropriate inventory levels of required treatment chemicals and miscellaneous water treatment supplies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Movement of oily waters from the tank farm to the process tanks based on direction from supervisor
Sampling of the water at different stages of the treatment process
Use of pumps for the addition of chemicals (hazardous and nonhazardous) to the treatment tanks as directed
Performing basic wet chemistry test on treatment process samples
Preparation of reagents needed for treatment process
Maintaining Inventory levels of required treatment chemicals and supplies
Assisting with the scheduling, performing, recording and reporting of process equipment maintenance (preventative and reactive)
Operating and cleaning of the filter press
Operating and cleaning of oil/water separator
Housekeeping/maintenance tasks in the water treatment building as needed
Maintenance of SOP’s
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Position Specifications (Qualifications)

Education / Knowledge / Experience

Chemical Engineering Technology or Chemical Technician Diploma
Or equivalent experience of 2+ years
WHMIS, Transportation Dangerous Goods (TDG) training
Knowledge of Ontario Regulation 347 is an asset
Lift Truck operator training or willingness to be trained
Previous experience with respect to valves and piping systems and pumps an asset
Experience/Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and equipment maintenance

Skills and Abilities

Able to be physically active all day, in an indoor/outdoor environment
Work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Ability to react to situations with common sense and good judgment, and in a timely and responsible manner
Communication skills: listening, verbal, and written
Basic math and problem-solving skills
Driving

Personal Attributes

Mechanically inclined
Willing and able to work in a dirty environment and not mind getting dirty
Team player and able to work independently
Flexible, adaptable, easy going
Positive, friendly attitude

Environment / Working Conditions
Health and Safety Considerations / Unusual Working Conditions

Regular exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals
Use of personal protective safety equipment (latex gloves, rubber boots, respiration mask, ear plugs, face shield, goggles, safety glasses), as required
Heights, climbing, working with ladders
Regular exposure to inclement weather (heat, cold, precipitation)
Regular exposure to noisy environments (Yard, Shop, trucks, pumps)
Regular exposure to fumes, vehicle exhaust, obnoxious odours
Regular exposure to slip and fall hazards

Work Environment

Most of the work is completed indoors in the water treatment building, with some occasional time required in the Lab, Pumphouse and yard as required.
Work is generally conducted during a standard work week (Monday to Friday), and generally on a shift schedule which may fall between 2 pm and 11:30pm daily (40 hours per week)
Overtime and weekend hours, as required, during peak business times

Physical Demands

Physically capable of lifting, pulling, carrying up to 50lbs on a regular basis, and up to 100lbs as required
Rolling drums, moving hoses, pushing pump cart
operating equipment, such as forklift
Climbing stairs and ladders
Standing for long periods; very minimal time spent sitting
Operating manual and power hand tools
Mental concentration to ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed at all times