A rare opportunity to master both heritage and cutting-edge water treatment technology — all in one extraordinary facility.

Are you ready to launch or elevate your career in water treatment? We are seeking a motivated and curious operator to join our tight-knit team at one of Canada's most distinctive water treatment facilities — a Class IV plant located on

CFB Wainwright , serving both the military base and the community of Wainwright, Alberta.

This is not your average operator role. Our plant uniquely combines time-tested conventional treatment

(flocculation, clarification, and multimedia filtration) with state-of-the-art Veolia micro-filtration membranes

— giving you hands-on experience with the full spectrum of water treatment technology. You will be mentored, supported, and set up for success from day one.

What You'll Do Every Day

Step into a dynamic and varied role where no two shifts are exactly the same. Your responsibilities will include:

Conduct thorough daily equipment inspections

— instrument verification, cleaning, and calibration across the entire facility

Lead laboratory work and water quality sampling

— measuring turbidity, residual chlorine, pH, ammonia, and more at multiple locations throughout the distribution system

Monitor and control the SCADA system

— keeping a real-time eye on plant performance and responding proactively to alarms

Manage and optimize chemical dosing

— including Potassium Permanganate, Sulphuric Acid, Gas Chlorine, Aqueous Ammonia, and Polymer

Operate and maintain GE membrane micro-filtration systems

— including weekly Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures across 3 units

Perform preventative maintenance

— oil changes, filter changes, greasing, pneumatic valve rebuilds,



and more as part of the monthly PM program

Execute daily QA rounds at two reservoirs and a pump house to verify system integrity

Backwash 4 dual-media sand filters on a scheduled and demand basis

Manage chemical inventory and initiate procurement as needed

Accurately enter operational data into the Simo Management Water Database

Collaborate with on-site contractors and support DND-requested testing protocols

Contribute to a safe, clean, and professional work workplace

— janitorial duties and groundskeeping included

Qualifications What You Bring

We value potential as much as credentials. If you hold any of the following, we want to hear from you:

Water Treatment Level 1 certification or higher

(required)

Water Distribution certification

(a strong asset)

Canadian residency for a minimum of 5 years

— required to qualify for the industrial security screening program for CFB Wainwright site access

A drive to learn , a strong safety mindset, and pride in doing quality work

Additional Information Why You'll Love This Role

Rare dual-technology exposure

— operate both legacy and modern systems in a single facility

Meaningful work

— safeguard drinking water for Canadian Armed Forces personnel and the Wainwright community

Fully funded certifications

— Confined Space, First Aid, Fall Arrest, TDG, Chlorine Handling and more, all provided





Supportive team culture

— you won't be thrown in the deep end; your growth is our priority

Unique work location

— gain experience operating within a federal military installation

Schedule & Compensation

Training Period

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM — a structured onboarding period to get you fully confident in the role.

Ongoing Schedule

8 days on / 6 days off rotation — 10-hour shifts, averaging

80 hours over 2 weeks , starting on Tuesdays. Enjoy stretches of consecutive days off that many standard jobs simply can't offer.

On-Call Rotation:

After training, you will participate in an after-hours callout rotation — compensated accordingly.

Salary

Competitive wages based on your certifications and experience — we reward what you bring to the table.

Your Benefits Package

After successfully completing your 3-month probationary period, you will be enrolled in a comprehensive benefits package:

Extended Health Care

Vision Care

6 Sick Days/Year

Relocation support

Travelling and accommodation compensation may be available for candidates who need to relocate or commute to Wainwright.

Safety & Equipment

Your safety is paramount.

All required PPE is provided by the company.

A boot allowance of

$175/year covers your steel-toed safety footwear. All safety training certifications are either recognized as an asset or will be fully provided

— including Confined Space, First Aid, Fall Arrest, TDG, and Chlorine Handling.

Ready to Make a Real Impact? Apply Now.

Submit your resume , a cover letter , and copies of your valid water treatment and/or distribution certifications to both of the following contacts:

📌 Water Treatment & Distribution Operator (Tofield)
🏢 Groupe Helios
📍 Tofield