Facility Operator

SECURE; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health and dental benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Employee Wellness Programs

Career progression

Employee referral program

Job summary

SECURE is hiring a Facility Operator at its Boundary Lake site in BC. The role focuses on day‑to‑day safe operations of waste treatment, oil treatment, and water injection, with continuous customer communications and adherence to safety programs.

You will rotate through 7-on/7-off 12‑hour shifts and collaborate with a team committed to environmental compliance and reliable service. A strong safety background and hands‑on experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in waste processing, oil treating or water injection is a strong asset.
• Midstream terminal operations experience is a strong asset.
• Specialty training in boilers, treaters, pumps, shaker/centrifuge and loader is an asset.
• Current and valid safety tickets: H2S Alive, First Aid Level One C, Confined Space Entry, WHMIS and TDG.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate day‑to‑day safe facility operations with a focus on customer service.
• Unloading trucks and managing oil emulsion, water & vacuum trucks.
• Perform oil treating with the treater, cooler or tank treating.
• Participate in waste processing, waste and mud tank operations, shaker/centrifuge operations and solids treating.
• Receive, terminal storage and transport crude oil while adhering to quality controls.
• Manage ongoing water injection, filter changes and pump maintenance.
• Conduct solids treatment on the waste pad and boiler operations.
• Support Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) implementations.
• Submit truck tickets, daily plant checks and transfers to the office.
• Ensure plant remains compliant with corporate safety programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Boilers

Treaters

Pumps

Shaker/Centrifuge

Loader

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As Facility Operator you are responsible for the day‑to‑day safe and customer service‑oriented operations of waste treatment, oil treatment and water injection. Operators actively assist with standard operating procedures, hazard assessments, safety programs and environment protection, while keeping in constant contact with customers and demonstrating excellent communications skills and a high level of customer service.

This position is located at our Boundary Lake facility, 45 minutes east of Fort St. John, BC.

The Team

The team at our Boundary Lake facility is proud to operate safely while delivering reliable service to our customers. Every team member plays an important role by taking ownership of their work, using sound judgment, and contributing to the success of the facility.

Work Environment

The schedule for this position is structured as a 7-on / 7-off rotation of 12-hour shifts, alternating between days and nights.

A Day in The Life

• Responsible and accountable for the day-to-day operation of the facility
• Responsible for truck unloading, oil emulsion and water & vacuum trucks
• Responsible for oil treating with the treater, cooler or tank treating
• Participating in waste processing, waste and mud tank operation, shaker & centrifuge operations and solids treating
• Responsible and accountable for the receipt, terminal storage and transportation of crude oil while adhering to Measurement & Crude Oil Quality compliance
• Managing ongoing water injection, filter changing and pump maintenance
• Conducting treatment of solids on the waste pad
• Conducting boiler operations, testing and steam system operations
• Ensuring that all corporate compliance programs are adhered to
• Submitting truck tickets summary, daily plant checklists, and balance and transfers to the office
• Participates in the Health & Safety Management System (HSMS)
• Waste plant operation (ensuring solids processing is meeting or exceeding landfill criteria and solids testing)
• Following water injection SOP’s and best practices to protect the disposal well integrity
• General maintenance, ensure that the plant is kept clean and safe

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• A High School Diploma, General Education Diploma or equivalent
• Operational experience in waste processing, oil treating or water injection is considered a strong asset
• Midstream terminal operations experience is considered a strong asset
• Specialty training in boilers, treaters, pumps (all), repairs, shaker/centrifuge and loader is considered an asset
• Current and valid safety tickets, including H2S Alive, First Aid Level One C, Confined Space Entry, WHMIS and TDG
• A strong attention to detail, communication skills with the ability to work long hours in a mentally and physically demanding work environment
• Must be able to document their work, perform and manage cross shift communication and ensure strategic communication with multiple stakeholders
• Must be able to multi-task and demonstrate excellent decision‑making skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills and safe work practices
• A valid and acceptable Driver’s license and successful completion of pre‑employment testing

What's In It For You

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In Addition To Rewarding Job Opportunities, We Offer

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:
• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Savings Plan
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives ( Our Stories )

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.