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Wastewater Treatment Operators are accountable for, but not limited to:
Overseeing process and equipment monitoring and control.
Operating and inspecting various pieces of process equipment.
Reviewing computerized operating and laboratory data.
Performing general lagoon and plant operational duties.
Participating in plant process cleaning activities.
Other related duties as required.
General duties of WWTP Operators will also include:
Performing routine and non-routine process configuration activities as required by Standard Operating Procedures, including lock-out/tag-out of process equipment and draining, de-pressurization and flushing of isolated equipment.
Conducting routine process control tests to optimize various processes throughout the plant.
Performing daily rounds by inspecting the plant process and equipment and using the plant process control computer system (SCADA).
Performing routine preventive maintenance activities as required by the Standard Operating Procedures.
Testing and/or collecting, preparation and delivery of wastewater, sludge and other related samples to the laboratory.
Recording process information onto the daily operations log sheets and into the plant computer system.
Ensuring work permits and hazard assessments are completed and areas inspected before safe work can proceed.
Operation of tandem trucks and other equipment such as forklifts. Training will be provided if required.
Successful candidates must possess the following qualifications:
Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
Level I Wastewater Treatment Operator certification preferred (candidates with related WWTP plant experience, but not possessing this level of certification may be considered).
Previous experience in a wastewater treatment plant required.
Previous experience with Delta V and SCADA control systems will be considered an asset.
Valid Class 5 Driver's License (with 6 demerits or less). A Driver Abstract is required.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Water Distribution Certificate (Levels I, II or III)
- Water Treatment Certificate (Levels I, II or III)