Wastewater Treatment Operator

Highlights of the Job

EPCOR Water Services (EWS) has an exciting opportunity for up to two (2) full-time temporary Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operators to join our team at the Gold Bar site in Edmonton, AB. The term is up to 11 months.

As a WWTP Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring all operational aspects of the plant and associated biosolids management facility. This includes ensuring operations meet standards and procedures, and making control process adjustments as conditions change.

Opportunity is open to internal and external candidates.
 

Current EPCOR employees: please use your “@epcor.com” email address for seniority purposes.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Wastewater Plant Operator I will be accountable for, but not limited to:

• Monitoring and controlling processes and equipment.
• Operating and inspecting various pieces of process equipment.
• Reviewing computerized operating and laboratory data.
• Operating digested sludge and decanted supernatant pipelines.
• Performing:
  • Routine and non-routine process configuration activities per SOPs, including lock-out/tag-out, draining, de-pressurization, and flushing of isolated equipment.
  • Virtual rounds via the plant process control computer system.
  • Routine preventive maintenance activities.
  • General lagoon operational duties.
• Participating in plant process cleaning activities.
• Conducting routine process control tests to optimize plant processes.
• Supervising collection, preparation, and delivery of wastewater, sludge, and related samples to the lab.
• Recording process information in daily operations log sheets and electronic log book.
• Completing work permits and hazard assessments before work begins.
• Performing housekeeping and other related duties.
• Providing guidance to less experienced Operators.

Qualifications & Skills

To be successful, you will have:

• Education:
  • Grade 12 diploma (GED or equivalent).
  • NAIT Water & Wastewater Technician Certificate (or equivalent recognized by EPCOR).
     
• Assets:
  • Level 1 Alberta Environment Wastewater Treatment Operator certification.
  • Experience working at a large (Class 4) WWTP.
  • Experience with working rotating shifts, and working on teams
  • Power Engineering certification.
• Experience with Delta V and SCADA control systems.
• Licensing:
  • Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License and ability to qualify for an EPCOR driver’s permit
    • Driving record must have no more than 6 demerits at the time of hire. Please note: prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours may result in non-selection, regardless of current demerits.
    • A current driver’s abstract may be requested if one is not already on file.
• Other Requirements:
  • Ability to meet physical demands of the role.
  • Ability to perform work while wearing SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus)
  • Pre-placement medical and drug/alcohol testing may be required.
  • Proficiency in computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking, decision-making, and mechanical skills.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Additional Details

• Jurisdiction: CUPE 30
• Grade/Class Code: 9200 (determined by certification level at hire)
• Starting Wage: $39.70/hour (final wage based on CA provisions)
• Hours of Work:
  • Plant operates 24/7, 365 days/year.
  • Rotating 12-hour shifts (average 40 hours/week).

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.