Wastewater Treatment Operator

NEXKEMIA; Mansonville; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexkemia Petrochemicals Inc. in Mansonville (Eastern Township) is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator to manage and optimize our wastewater systems, ensuring environmental compliance and safe operations.

The role involves operating primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment stages, maintaining equipment, and supporting ongoing projects. French fluency, strong organization, and a safety-first mindset are essential for success in this on-site, 1-year contract position.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Safety-oriented attitude with attention to quality.
• Knowledge of mechanics is a plus and computer skills are assets.
• Proficiency in French is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety standards are met daily and housekeeping is maintained across the plant.
• Optimize and maintain all sections of the wastewater treatment process (primary, secondary, tertiary).
• Perform daily analyses and monthly sampling per government environmental standards.
• Operate and maintain reverse osmosis and electrodialysis demineralization equipment.
• Maintain and calibrate water treatment equipment and instruments; troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Input data and update reports; manage chemical inventory for the Water Treatment sector.
• Support new projects and assist the delivery driver with caustic/ferric sulfate deliveries.
• Participate in health, safety, and other departmental inspections as required.

Skills

Safety mindset

Multitasking

French required

Strong organization

Teamwork

Computer skills

Job description

Wastewater Treatment Operator

As a Wastewater Treatment Operator at Nexkemia Petrochemicals Inc., situated in Mansonville in the Eastern Township you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of our wastewater treatment processes.

Established in 2008 in Mansonville, Nexkemia specializes in the manufacturing of expandable polystyrene (EPS) beads, serving a diverse client base in North America.

You will be responsible for optimizing and maintaining all facets of the wastewater treatment process, including primary, secondary, and tertiary treatments, while adhering to environmental standards and safety protocols.

If you’re a team player who is looking for a sense of accomplishment, the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, and a place to call home, then NexKemia is the place for you!

This position is a 1-year contract.

Main Duties

• Ensure that safety standards are met daily and that housekeeping is performed in all sections of the wastewater treatment plant.
• Optimize and maintain all sections of the wastewater treatment process (primary, secondary, and tertiary). Perform daily analyses and take monthly samples according to environmental standards required by the government.
• Treat water entering the site by maintaining and using reverse osmosis and electrodialysis demineralization equipment.
• Fill out maintenance requests for the maintenance department as necessary.
• Maintain and calibrate all water treatment equipment and instruments.
• Troubleshoot issues with wastewater treatment as needed.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor regarding problematic situations on-site.
• Input data into the computer and update relevant reports.
• Maintain an inventory of all chemicals, chemical mixtures, and equipment in the Water Treatment sector.
• Implement and support any new projects.
• Assist the delivery driver during deliveries of caustic and ferric sulfate used in water treatment.
• Help with screen changes during grade changes.
• Perform department health and safety inspections at the end of each month.
• Perform any other tasks as requested or as needed within the scope of expertise.
• (Optional) Participate in various committees (Health and Safety, First Aid).

Schedule

• Rotating day shift, working every other weekend. Three and four day rotation schedules.
• Training will consist of full 40 hours per week

Qualifications:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• A safety-oriented attitude with attention to quality.
• Knowledge of mechanics and computer skills are assets.
• Ability to be flexible and perform multiple tasks.
• Ability to lift around 20 kilos 2-3 times per day
• Proficiency in French is required

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to improve processes or procedures
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

It is NexKemia Petrochemicals Inc.’s policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, provincial or local laws.