Term, Process Technician (Float)

Halifax Water; Halifax; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Water is inviting applications for one (1) Term full-time Process Technician Float (approximately 3-6 months) in the Operations department. The role focuses on the operation and maintenance of wastewater facilities and related infrastructure.

The candidate will need a two-year college program in a related field, with additional certifications to be completed within set timeframes, and a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license. Shift work is required as per facility schedule.

Qualifications

• Two-year community college technical program in wastewater treatment or related discipline.
• Equivalent combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or instrumentation training and experience may be considered.
• The successful incumbent must complete the Operator-in-Training wastewater certificate within six months of hire.
• The successful incumbent must pass the Level 1 Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Labour (NSEL) Wastewater Treatment examination within 12 months of hire.
• Must have a valid NS Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Halifax Water wastewater treatment facilities, biosolids handling facilities, leachate treatment facilities, and associated infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with Federal/Provincial regulations and health and safety requirements.
• Report to the Herring Cove Wastewater Treatment Supervisor and may work at various Halifax Water facilities as needed.
• Shift work will be required based on the facility schedule.

Education

Two-year community college program in wastewater treatment or related discipline

Equivalent combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or instrumentation training/experience

Job description

Halifax Water is inviting applications forone (1) Term full-time Process TechnicianFloat (approximately 3-6 months) in the Operations department. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community.

We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications include a two (2) year community college technical program, applicable to wastewater treatment or related discipline.

An equivalent combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or instrumentation training and experience may be considered.

The successful incumbent must successfully complete the Operator-in-Training wastewater certificate within six months of date of hire and pass the Level 1 Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Labour (NSEL) Wastewater Treatment examination within 12 months of the date of hire.

The successful incumbent must also have a valid NS Driver's license.

Responsibilities

The Process Technicians are responsible for the operation and maintenance of Halifax Water wastewater treatment facilities, biosolids handling facilities, leachate treatment facilities, and associated infrastructure. As a member of a treatment facility team, assists in ensuring compliance with Federal/Provincial regulations and public/staff health and safety. The successful incumbent will administratively report to the Herring Cove Wastewater Treatment Supervisor but will be required to work at any of Halifax Water's Wastewater Facilities on an as needed basis. Working hours will be based on the schedule of the assigned Wastewater Treatment Facility, shift work shall be required.

A copy of the full job description and required qualifications for this CUPE Local 227 bargaining unit position may be viewed on our corporate website at www.halifaxwater.ca.