Water Treatment & Distribution Operator

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 environment — 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
• Dental Care
• Virtual Medicine
• 6 Sick Days/Year
• Boot Allowance ($175/yr)

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:

• Tanya McGowan:  tanya.mcgowan@simo.qc.ca
• Gabe Lebeuf:  glebeuf@aquatech-canadian.com