Wastewater Technician - UniFirst Canada (Afternoon/Night Shift)

UniFirst; Lasalle; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP/Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount on UniFirst products

Job summary

UniFirst Canada is seeking a Wastewater Technician (Evening/Night Shift) in LaSalle, Quebec. The role focuses on operating and maintaining the pre-treatment system to ensure discharges meet permit limits, with responsibilities spanning corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on mechanical and control systems.

The technician will also repair, install, and troubleshoot industrial equipment such as washers, boilers, conveyors, and steam systems, while upholding UniFirst safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two-year technical degree preferred.
• Minimum 6 months' experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment.
• Must pass UniFirst maintenance knowledge assessment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; English maintenance literature.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills; experience with hand & power tools.
• Lockout/Tagout experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the wastewater pre-treatment system to meet POTW permit limits.
• Perform corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance on mechanical equipment and control systems.
• Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot industrial equipment including washers, boilers, conveyors and steam systems.
• Conduct daily/weekly safety checks, log utility meter readings, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Inspect motors, belts, fluids, filters; perform lubrication and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Read blueprints

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding (MIG/TIG/ARC)

Boilers/steam systems

Job description

Wastewater Technician - UniFirst Canada (Afternoon/Night Shift)

Location:

LaSalle, Quebec

Job ID

2604344

Schedule: Evening/night shift – start time between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM

Regular schedule: 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM

This role requires the candidate to operate and maintain the pre-treatment system to ensure the wastewater discharged

to the Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) meets Industrial Discharge Permit limits. The candidate for this position

must have the knowledge and skill sets to perform corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance on mechanical

equipment and instrumentation / control systems to ensure the safe, efficient, reliable, and compliant operation of the

wastewater pre-treatment system, following UniFirst guidelines and Best Management Practices.

In addition to the job requirements described above, this role will repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot industrial

equipment, systems, and components; including but not limited to: large capacity washers and dryers, pneumatic and

steam systems, conveyor systems, and boilers. The candidate will perform preventive / predictive maintenance, address

safety issues and perform indoor and outdoor facility and equipment repair.

Job Details:

• Uses common tools including but not limited to: hand and power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and

wrenches, precision measuring instruments, and electrical and electronic testing devices.

• Ensures safe operation of machinery, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems equipment and

components; following blueprints and schematics, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering

specifications.

• Troubleshoots sources of equipment problems.

• May be required to perform boiler chemical testing; records result in log books; and makes necessary chemistry

adjustments.

• May be required to perform daily and weekly safety checks on boilers and makes necessary repairs.

• Records and analyzes meter readings of utilities in logs and takes corrective actions where appropriate.

• Performs daily and weekly location and systems safety checks and follows up to address concerns.

• Inspects motors and belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, and performs other maintenance actions while following

maintenance procedures.

• Performs various welding activities including MIG, TIG, ARC, cutting, and brazing.

• Inspects, cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of location equipment per work procedures or

technical manual.

• Utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System.

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UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the

basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual

orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by antidiscr

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required. Two-year technical degree in an appropriate background preferred.

• Equipment Maintenance Knowledge – Minimum of 6 months’ work experience repairing industrial processing

equipment in a production environment required. Applicable military experience will be considered.

• Must pass UniFirst’s maintenance knowledge assessment test to be eligible for employment.

• Ability to read blueprints and schematics required.

• Ability to read and understand maintenance literature printed in English required.

• Basic computer and Microsoft office skills required.

• Experience using Hand & Power tools required.

• Lockout/Tagout experience required.

UniFirst is one of North America’s largest workwear and textile service companies, providing managed uniform,

protective clothing, and custom corporate image apparel programs to businesses in diverse industries. Our Core Values of

Customer Focus, Respect for Others, and Commitment to Quality are what has made UniFirst successful since 1936.

Join the team that puts customers and your future first – UniFirst.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package of over 50 items with the following benefits highlighted:

• RRSP/Profit Sharing

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Vacation

• Sick Time

• Paid Holidays

• Direct Payroll Deposit

• Tuition Reimbursement

• 30% Employee Discount on UniFirst products

• Employee Referral Program

Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility

UniFirst is committed to equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all aspects of employment.

We provide equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination or harassment on any ground protected under applicable Canadian human rights legislation, including race, colour, national or ethnic origin, Indigenous identity, creed or religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, disability, genetic characteristics, pardoned conviction, or any other protected ground.

Accommodation During Recruitment

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UniFirst is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at(800) 213-8979 (tel:[phone]) to let us know the nature of your request.

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UniFirst recruiters will never request personal financial information as part of a job application. If you receive a request of this nature, please treat it as potentially fraudulent.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected under anti-discrimination laws.

If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at

[e-mail]

or through our EthicsFirst portal at

UniFirst.ethicspoint.com

. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at [phone]

UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.