Terra Water Systems Inc.

Water and Wastewater Treatment Operator Level 1, 2 and 3

Vancouver, BC

Full-time

About This Job

This position is responsible for field operation of water and wastewater treatment equipment for Terra Water Systems Inc. The Operator will be deployed to a remote work site to maintain, inspect and operate Terra supplied equipment, while staying in close contact with the client and the operations staff. The position would require 2 weeks in camp and 2 weeks off schedule.

Responsibilities include:

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Working with on-site Terra contracted labor to assist in equipment installation or removal.

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Troubleshoot and carry out equipment maintenance requirements on a periodic basis.

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Work with Terra operations staff on site and identify/contribute to Terra’s Continuous Improvement initiatives.

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Improve skill set and knowledge by taking industry and Terra-sponsored training programs.

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Focus on safety practices and policies while undertaking day-to-day tasks associated with the job or work site tasks.

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Building ancillary equipment as needed (pipe, hoses, lift stations, cords); and various other duties as required.

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Experience in MBR wastewater treatment systems is considered an asset.

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Repair PVC, ABS, and metal plumbing.

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Handling water and wastewater treatment chemicals.

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Interpret lab results to identify inefficiencies in the operation and correct as necessary.

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Inspecting ancillary equipment (lift stations, hoses, heat trace, etc.) at least once every 12 hours.

Accountability and decision-making skills:

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Issue PO's to field contractors as required for on-site services. PO’s to be approved by the Terra office.

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Demonstrated experience in responsible financial, budgetary and cost decision-making.

Education and experience:

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Level 1: 1-2 years in the remote work camp equipment operations or maintenance. Approved Level 1 Wastewater treatment operator certification and Level 1 or higher Water Treatment Operator Certification

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Level 2: 2-5 years in the remote work camp equipment operations or maintenance. Approved Level 2 Wastewater treatment operator certification and Level 2 or higher Water Treatment Operator Certification

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Level 3: 3-5 years in the remote work camp equipment operations or maintenance. Approved Level 3 Wastewater treatment operator Certification and Level 3 Water Treatment Operator Certification

Other skills and competencies:

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Valid Driver’s License and Safety Tickets. Current 3-year driver’s abstract is required.

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Must be reliable and punctual.

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Good communications skills, both written and verbal.

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Organized and the ability to multi-task.

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Ability to meet job requirements with little daily supervision.

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Ability to organize and maintain accurate equipment files.

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Interest in keeping current with government regulations and industry requirements.

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Excellent attitude toward workplace safety.

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Computer knowledge, skills in Word, Excel, Outlook.

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Good Mechanical Aptitude.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $350.00-$450.00 per day

Additional pay:

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Overtime pay

Benefits:

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Dental care

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Extended health care

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RRSP match

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Vision care

Schedule:

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10 hour shift

Application question(s):

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Have you worked for Terra Water Systems before?

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What level of Wastewater treatment operator certification do you have? Answer with 1, 2 or 3.

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What level of Water Treatment Operator Certification do you have? Answer with 1, 2 or 3.

Experience:

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remote work camp equipment operations or maintenance: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

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Drivers License (required)

Location:

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Vancouver, BC (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

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100% (required)

Work Location: On the road