Water Treatment Plant Operator (Float)

CareerBeacon; Halifax; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Halifax Water invites applications for a Term Full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator (Float) in the Operations department to operate water treatment plants and perform maintenance of equipment related to water supply facilities.

The Operator will work 12-hour shifts, day and night, and may operate small systems plants at the assigned location, with a background check and pre-employment testing as part of the conditional offer process.

Qualifications

• Two year technical program related to Water Treatment
• Operator-in-Training Water Treatment Certificate within six months of date of hire
• Must also possess a valid NS driver's license

Responsibilities

• Operate water treatment plants and perform maintenance of equipment associated with water supply plant facilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance, monitor processes, take samples and conduct routine tests for process control.
• Work 12-hour shifts (day and night) and contribute to ISO 14001 Environmental Management System compliance.

Education

Two year technical program related to Water Treatment

Operator-in-Training Water Treatment Certificate within six months of hire

Valid NS driver's license

Job description

Halifax Water is inviting applications for one (1) Term Full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator (Float) for up to six (6) months in the Operations department. 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, day and night shifts, or operate and maintain small systems plants at the location to which he or she is assigned.

Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW26-106E confirming their interest by 12:00 pm on October 3rd, 2026. As part of the conditional offer process, candidates will be subject to a satisfactory background check and satisfactory pre-employment testing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for this position include:

• Two (2) year technical program 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 successfully complete Operator-in-Training Water Treatment Certificate within six months of date of hire and pass the Level 1 examination within twelve months of the date of hire.
• Must also possess a valid NS driver's license.

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

Responsibilities

The Operator will perform preventative maintenance on all facility mechanical equipment, ensure all responsibilities are met as it pertains to the ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management System, control all operational processes during the designated shift period, check mechanical equipment, making adjustments as required, 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 and log any irregularities in process operations, monitor and take daily readings of weather station instruments, maintain adequate records as required, perform maintenance checks on all equipment which form part of the treatment facility, and perform mechanical maintenance as directed, on any equipment that forms part of the treatment facility.

In addition to a collegial work environment that promotes a work-life balance, Halifax Water offers its employees a challenging and rewarding career with a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and incentive programs. As a member of the team at Halifax Water, you will be contributing to the success of the utility while delivering world class customer service for water, wastewater and stormwater services in an integrated, cost effective and environmentally sound manner with a commitment to long-term sustainability.