New job wastewater treatment operator in Nova Scotia

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

• Water Treatment Certificate (Levels I, II, III or IV)

Additional Skills

• Wear and use Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment
• Perform security checks within plant and on grounds

Specific Skills

• Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the treatment and distribution of water
• Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the flow of sewage and to treat and dispose of sewage and wastes
• Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctioning and to ensure plant systems are operating normally
• Monitor and read recording instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure plant systems and equipment are operating within prescribed limits
• Make adjustments to plant equipment and systems
• Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
• Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content
• Analyze test results and instrument readings
• Collect waste and sewage samples, test and analyze results
• Patrol plant to check pumps, motors, filters, chlorinators and other plant equipment
• Maintain and repair installation equipment, help with the installation, the assembly, and repairs to equipment

Security and Safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Work Site Environment

• Confined spaces
• Noisy
• Odours
• Dusty
• Hot

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Reliability