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There are currently 3 job vacancies posted:

Water Treatment Operator
Water Treatment Operators
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Water Treatment Operator
Full-Time Regular
Initial Location: Seymour-Capilano Filtration Plant

Join us in shaping one of the world's most sustainable regions. We deliver service excellence in the areas of regional growth planning, water and solid waste management, regional parks, affordable housing, and community engagement to over 2.3 million residents. We are working towards a vision of a sustainable common future, and invite you to bring your skills and passion, and apply your expertise to expanding the boundaries of sustainability. We offer competitive salaries; excellent benefit packages; a municipal pension plan; employee wellness programs; and varied opportunities for professional growth and development. Our Operations & Maintenance Department is currently seeking a Water Treatment Operator.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to be part of a brand new leading edge water treatment facility adjacent to Vancouver's North Shore Mountains. You will be involved in significantly improving drinking water quality for over 2 million residents in Greater Vancouver.

The Water Treatment Operator operates, monitors, calibrates and assists in the maintenance and repair of the water treatment systems and equipment at the Seymour-Capilano Filtration Plant, Canada's largest water filtration plant, and the world's largest UV facility.

DUTIES:

Controls Water Treatment Plant operation by taking samples, analyzing results, determining flows and chemical feed rates and making adjustments as required via CDACS control system and in the field.
Performs maintenance and cleaning of chlorine analyzers, chlorination equipment, turbidity meters, particle counters, pH analyzers, streaming current detectors, UV reactors, belt filter presses, clarifier, and Actiflo treatment system, ozone systems, tanks, flumes and conveyance systems, and various other water treatment equipment.
Performs visual checks and monitors the operation of treatment plant equipment such as filters, clarifiers, Actiflo treatment system, mixing tanks, lime/soda ash system, carbon dioxide system, sludge thickening and dewatering, and chemical feed systems.
Performs filter backwashes and operates residuals handling systems.
Operates treatment facility process computer systems.
Maintains daily operating records including analysis, flows, water quality and chemical use.
Conducts tours of the Water Treatment facilities as required.
Assists with the unloading of chemicals and completes required documentation.
Performs chlorine cylinder changes.
Performs sampling and laboratory tests of plant treatment processes to ensure efficient and effective operation.
Operates chemical feed systems such as alum, ferric chloride, sodium hypochlorite, chlorine, lime, soda ash, liquid oxygen, ozone, polymers, hydrogen peroxide, sodium hydroxide and calcium or sodium thiosulphate.
Troubleshooting of chemical feed, and delivery systems, filtration systems and residual handling systems.
Coordinates equipment shut-downs and assists other work groups with maintenance tasks as required.
Disinfection and de-chlorination of new or repaired water mains.
Attends to alarm calls during and after normal working hours.
Responds to chemical spills and treated water discharges to the environment.
Assists Foreman with the production of safety and operations procedures.
Works in compliance with all Metro Vancouver safety policies and procedures and WorkSafeBC regulations.
Assists in the training of junior operations staff.
Maintains treatment facility buildings and performs housekeeping duties as required.
Performs related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12 and graduation from a two year Water Quality Technology education program or related discipline (i.e. environmental sciences, environmental or chemical technology, and instrumentation).
At minimum, British Columbia EOCP Class II Water Treatment Operator Certification. The highest EOCP Water Treatment Certificate achieved shall be maintained in good standing and a copy of the Certificate shall be filed in the employee file in Human Resources as proof of eligibility.
Minimum two years work experience in a Water Treatment environment.
Knowledge and experience in operating, troubleshooting, and repairing water treatment system equipment.
Knowledge of basic process control systems, telemetry, electric motors, and calibration of instrumentation.
Ability to use a variety of software applications including process control, data acquisition, reporting and record keeping, word processing, common spreadsheet applications and email.
Ability to perform laboratory tests on water supplies and plant processes to optimize water quality and plant performance.
Sound knowledge of safety practices, procedures, and occupational hazards in the water treatment environment and the ability to react promptly and effectively in emergencies.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work co-operatively in a team environment and deal effectively with the public.
Demonstrated mechanical ability and experience performing maintenance duties in a water treatment field.
Physically capable of performing the duties of the position.
Willingness and ability to work on a variable shift. Ability to be on standby.
Valid B.C. Driver's License.

The annual salary is $69,688 plus 6.25% deferred compensation. Please follow this link www.metrovancouver.org to our Careers page where you can submit your application by August 5, 2010.

For quick consideration > Click here to apply

While we greatly appreciate all the replies we receive, regretfully only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Water Treatment Operators
2 Full-Time Temporary Positions
(These positions are to last not later than January 13, 2012)
Location: Seymour Capilano Filtration Plant

PURPOSE:

Operates, monitors, calibrates and assists in the maintenance and repair of the water treatment systems and equipment at the Seymour-Capilano Filtration Plant and various other Metro Vancouver water treatment facilities.

DUTIES:

Controls Water Treatment Plant operation by taking samples, analyzing results, determining flows and chemical feed rates and making adjustments as required via CDACS control system and in the field.
Performs maintenance and cleaning of chlorine analyzers, chlorination equipment, turbidity meters, particle counters, pH analyzers, streaming current detectors, UV reactors, belt filter presses, clarifier, and Actiflo treatment system, ozone systems, tanks, flumes and conveyance systems, and various other water treatment equipment.
Performs visual checks and monitors the operation of treatment plant equipment such as filters, clarifiers, Actiflo treatment system, mixing tanks, lime/soda ash system, carbon dioxide system, sludge thickening and dewatering, and chemical feed systems.
Performs filter backwashes and operates residuals handling systems.
Operates treatment facility process computer systems.
Maintains daily operating records including analysis, flows, water quality and chemical use.
Conducts tours of the Water Treatment facilities as required.
Assists with the unloading of chemicals and completes required documentation.
Performs chlorine cylinder changes.
Performs sampling and laboratory tests of plant treatment processes to ensure efficient and effective operation.
Operates chemical feed systems such as alum, ferric chloride, sodium hypochlorite, chlorine, lime, soda ash, liquid oxygen, ozone, polymers, hydrogen peroxide, sodium hydroxide and calcium or sodium thiosulphate.
Troubleshooting of chemical feed, and delivery systems, filtration systems and residual handling systems.
Coordinates equipment shut-downs and assists other work groups with maintenance tasks as required.
Disinfection and de-chlorination of new or repaired water mains.
Attends to alarm calls during and after normal working hours.
Responds to chemical spills and treated water discharges to the environment.
Assists Foreman with the production of safety and operations procedures.
Works in compliance with all Metro Vancouver safety policies and procedures and WorkSafeBC regulations.
Assists in the training of junior operations staff.
Maintains treatment facility buildings and performs housekeeping duties as required.
Performs related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12 and graduation from a two year Water Quality Technology education program or related discipline (i.e. environmental sciences, environmental or chemical technology, and instrumentation).
At minimum, British Columbia EOCP Class II Water Treatment Operator Certification. The highest EOCP Water Treatment Certificate achieved shall be maintained in good standing and a copy of the Certificate shall be filed in the employee file in Human Resources as proof of eligibility.
Minimum two years work experience in a Water Treatment environment.
Knowledge and experience in operating, troubleshooting, and repairing water treatment system equipment.
Knowledge of basic process control systems, telemetry, electric motors, and calibration of instrumentation.
Ability to use a variety of software applications including process control, data acquisition, reporting and record keeping, word processing, common spreadsheet applications and email.
Ability to perform laboratory tests on water supplies and plant processes to optimize water quality and plant performance.
Sound knowledge of safety practices, procedures, and occupational hazards in the water treatment environment and the ability to react promptly and effectively in emergencies.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work co-operatively in a team environment and deal effectively with the public.
Demonstrated mechanical ability and experience performing maintenance duties in a water treatment field.
Physically capable of performing the duties of the position.
Willingness and ability to work on a variable shift. Ability to be on standby.
Valid B.C. Driver's License.

The bi-weekly salary is $2,671.20 plus 6.25% deferred compensation. Please follow this link www.metrovancouver.org to our Careers page where you can submit your application by July 26, 2010.

For quick consideration > Click here to apply

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Operations Department
CUPE (2009) RATE $26.83 PER HOUR

The Municipality of North Cowichan invites applications from candidates with the proven skills, qualifications, and abilities for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, primarily in an advanced biological oxidation process system. The Municipality has four waste water treatment facilities; two extended aeration secondary treatment plants; a complete mix aerated lagoon treatment plant with tertiary treatment for phosphorous removal, and a tertiary membrane-type treatment plant.

The successful candidate will be required to perform technical and manual work involving the operation, maintenance, and upkeep of a variety of structures, equipment and treatment processes at wastewater treatment plants and related wastewater pumping facilities. Deployment to other duties will be required from time to time.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (G.E.D.).
Possession of valid Level II Wastewater Treatment certificate from the B.C. Operator's Certification Program.
Demonstrable ability to monitor, operate, troubleshoot, calibrate and maintain pumps, generators, motors, instrumentation and gauges, heavy equipment (such as thickeners and belt presses), and other wastewater equipment and structures, and to perform laboratory tests, and analyze data for process and inventory control.
Three (3) years direct experience operating and maintaining a secondary level wastewater treatment facility.
Demonstrable ability to operate related maintenance tools and equipment, and testing and diagnostic equipment.
Demonstrable ability to organize, coordinate and keep computerized treatment plant records in specialized software programs.
Demonstrable ability to read plans, sketches, and to produce appropriate work plans.
Hours of work include a weekend rotation and carrying an on call pager.
Independence of judgment, and capability of working under minimal supervision with a commitment to WorkSafe BC regulations and safety procedures and other related regulatory requirements.
The position may be physically demanding; a medical certificate attesting to suitability for the position may be required. The incumbent must be clean shaven.

Candidates being considered will be required to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of skills, qualifications, and abilities.

Letters of application, including a resume detailing relevant work experience, education, and three work related references will be received until 4:00 p.m. on July 23, 2010.

Please reply in confidence to the undersigned and quote Competition No. 2010-17.

HR Department
hr@northcowichan.bc.ca
(250)746-3139

For other job vacancies, check the BCWWA listings and the Civic Info BC listings.

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