Water Treatment Operator

Company Description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.

www.veolianorthamerica.com

Job Description

Veolia operates and maintains both the drinking water treatment plant and wastewater treatment plant in Moosonee, Ontario.

This Water  Treatment Operator position is located in Moosonee, ON, and requires the successful candidate to relocate to the community. A northern living allowance and free housing is provided for working in Moosonee.

The Water Treatment Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of both water treatment  and wastewater treatment facilities and must therefore hold valid water treatment certifications and a willingness to obtain wastewater treatment certifications.

Key responsibilities include conducting laboratory testing, making operational decisions, utilizing SCADA systems, preparing regulatory reports, operating treatment equipment, and maintaining effective communication with team members

Main Responsibilities: 

1. Adjusts, inspects and evaluates processes and equipment that control the operation and effectiveness of water and wastewater systems (WWT, WWC, WT, WD) in order to optimize performance, maintain regulatory compliance, and minimize local and/or system wide adverse impacts while taking into consideration cost, equipment capabilities, environmental impacts and OH&S.
2. Operates and monitors the performance of system process equipment and related appurtenances, including but not limited to valves, gates, pumps, compressors, engines, electric motors/generators, HVAC systems, chemical dosing equipment, etc.
3. Makes process adjustments, operational decisions and addresses/responds to alarm conditions to ensure efficient, compliant and safe operation within established performance, regulatory and quality limits.
4. Maintains records and documentation of all process and/or work area activities using either manual or computerized systems including but not limited to plant logbooks, computerized databases, etc.
5. Accountable for the efficient operation, in compliance with applicable regulations, of all processes within the water and wastewater systems as well as for personal performance and promoting optimal team performance.
6. Collects samples, perform routine laboratory tests, analysis and calculations, and records results.
7. Interprets laboratory results (internal and external) and makes adjustments as necessary.
8. Identifies changes in operational conditions and interprets information in order to implement corrective actions and/or troubleshoot process issues.
9. Utilizes various tools to perform operational duties including but not limited to Process Control System (PCS), other SCADA systems, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Work Management System (WMS).
10. Performs preventative maintenance diagnostics, and routine preventative maintenance duties such as monitoring equipment for excessive vibration or high temperatures.
11. Monitors and assesses equipment performance and maintains process operations by using CLAIR (clean, lubricate, adjust, inspect, repair).

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences:

• Familiarity with environmental regulations applicable to the operation of water and wastewater facilities.
• Valid class 1 Water operating certificate(s) and or licenses as per facility requirement(s)
• Valid Class G Driver’s License.
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Post-Secondary Education in an Environmental program would be an asset.
• Post-Secondary Education in a Technical Trade (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant including knowledge of the Activated Sludge process, Digestion (Aerobic, Anaerobic), Disinfection and Nutrient Removal.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system including knowledge of pumping stations, sanitary sewers and manholes.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant including knowledge of flocculation, tube settling clarifiers, dual media filtration and the use of coagulation, disinfection and pH adjustment chemicals.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices necessary in the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system including the operation of a water tower and booster stations, force-main swabbing and fire hydrant use and maintenance, water main flushing, and water sampling.
• Ability to work with process control automation systems and interpret process information.
• An ability to alter unit process operations manually or using computerized technology to meet varying conditions.
• Knowledge of record keeping, sampling techniques and analytical procedures including the ability to interpret and make process adjustments.
• General knowledge of basic mechanical/electrical theory and instrumentation.
• Ability to, and knowledge of, occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary to work in water and wastewater facilities including but not limited to, chemical handling, confined space entry, lockout/tag-out and the use of personal protective equipment required to work safely.
• Basic computer skills including ability to use basic word processing, email and spreadsheet software programs.
• An ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• An ability to prepare reports and maintain neat and accurate records.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• An ability to work well in a team.
• An interest in continuous learning.
• An ability to continually grow skills; transferring new knowledge into practical abilities

Work Environment:

Permanent position, offered on a full-time basis, with working schedules from Monday to Friday, daytime. 

• Hours of Work: 
  • 40 Hour work week
  • Work weekends and stat holidays when required
  • Work a rotating on-call schedule when required
  •  Respond to provide assistance when required
• Physical Demands:
  • 75% Walking, 15% Standing, 5% sitting, 5% driving
  •  Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds (25 kgs)
  •  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces.
  •  May be required to use ladders or stairs.
  •  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requires close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.
  •  Spends 100% of time in operations and maintenance environment. May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicle to perform duties
• Licensing Requirements:
  • Valid MECP Water / Wastewater operating certificate(s) and or licenses as per facility requirement(s)
  •  Level 1 Water and Level 1 Wastewater (or more) highly desirable
  •  Valid Class G Driver’s License

Total Compensation Package

• Salary:Compensation is commensurate with experience and position level, ranging from $25 per hour for Officer-in-Training (OIT) positions to $36 per hour for Operational Readiness Officer (ORO) positions.
• Additional benefits:
  • Northern living allowance of $500 paid bi-weekly
  • Complimentary employer-provided housing
  • Pension plan with employer matching contributions
  • Signing bonus
  • Four weeks paid vacation annually
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Paid volunteer day

Additional Information

Why join our team of researchers? Come and rejuvenate the world with us!

• Acting today to create the world of tomorrow;
• A company in constant growth;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can put your talent to good use;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can make the most of your talent; Challenges adapted to your needs and the absence of routine;
• The possibility of developing your career according to your professional objectives;
• Internal and external training and coaching programs;
• A very competitive compensation, pension and benefits package;
• Multi-disciplinary work teams and a health and safety oriented work environment.

We thank all applicants for applying, but only those selected will be contacted.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.