Water Treatment Plant Operator (Float)

Halifax Water is inviting applications for one (1) Regular Full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator (Float) based out of the Small Systems Plants. The Water Treatment Plant Operator will work under the direction of the designated supervisor, who may or may not be on site, to operate water treatment plants and perform maintenance of equipment associated with water supply plant facilities.

The Operator will work 12-hour shifts, including day and night shifts, or operate and maintain small systems plants at the location to which he or she is assigned. The successful incumbent will report administratively to the Small Systems Supervisor but will be required to work at any of the Halifax Water Supply Plants or Small Systems Plants on an as-needed basis. This position is included in the Small Systems Standby rotation.

Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW25-56E, confirming their interest by 12:00 pm on April 27th, 2025. As part of the conditional offer process, candidates will be subject to a satisfactory background check and pre-employment testing.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

• Two (2) years of technical education related to Water Treatment; an equivalent combination of formal education and related experience in a water treatment environment may be considered.
• The successful incumbent must complete the Operator-in-Training Water Treatment Certificate within six months of hire and pass the Level 1 examination within twelve months of hire.
• Must possess a valid NS driver's license.
• A copy of the job description and qualifications for this CUPE Local 227 bargaining unit position can be viewed on our website at https://halifaxwater.ca/.

Responsibilities

The Operator will perform preventative maintenance on all facility mechanical equipment, ensure responsibilities related to the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System are met, control operational processes during shifts, check mechanical equipment and make adjustments as needed, take samples and conduct routine tests for process control, transport and mix chemicals, and operate equipment used for unloading chemicals. They will also take daily readings, log irregularities, monitor weather station instruments, maintain records, and perform mechanical maintenance as directed on treatment facility equipment.

Additional Information

In addition to a collegial work environment that promotes work-life balance, Halifax Water offers a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities, and incentive programs. As a team member, you will contribute to the utility's success while delivering world-class customer service for water, wastewater, and stormwater services in an environmentally sustainable manner.