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Wastewater Technician II

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reworld logoReworld · On, Kitchener, Canada
Full-timeOn-site2w ago
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For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today!! Position Description: The Wastewater Technician II is a position within the Industrial Wastewater operations at Covanta Environmental Solutions (CES). The Wastewater Technician II will be experienced and capable to conduct industrial wastewater treatment on all water streams utilizing the various technologies and chemicals available to them independently. The Wastewater Technician II will also be adept in petroleum recovery operations The Wastewater Technician II will be proficient in waste stream sampling, tanker transfers, waste stream QA/QC, bench testing, waste stream treat code assignments, batch wastewater treatment, and basic petroleum recovery operations. The Wastewater Technician II will be mechanically inclined to liquids management and troubleshoots for transfer operations. The Wastewater Technician II will also be cross trained to conduct sludge press operations, tank wash, and non-bulk operations.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and control treatment processes including filtration, chemical addition, aeration, and heat cracking to ensure water quality meets standards
  • Respond to alarms and troubleshoot issues promptly to prevent operational interruptions
  • Monitor and operate basic boiler functions and wastewater evaporators while maintaining physical and electronic reporting logs
  • Sampling tanker trucks and containers.
  • Using a hose connection and unloading of tanker trucks.
  • Performing waste stream QA/QC And coordinate with leadership on necessary treatment
  • Performing oil line and wastewater treatment line operations.
  • Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure availability of all supplies necessary for assigned tasks.
  • Submit all associated paperwork, as required, for regulatory and safety record keeping requirements.
  • Comply with safety and environmental regulations rigorously, such as when working with hazardous chemicals or in confined spaces
  • Responsible for ensuring the proper paperwork, marking, and labeling is affixed to the containers being managed in compliance with Reworld standards and TDG.
  • Responsible for load compliance to TDG and appropriate Ontario Regulations.
  • Create and manage manifests in the appropriate portal (RPRA).
  • Act as a Reworld representative when dealing with third party contractors such as drivers
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • High School Diploma / GED required
  • 2-4 years of experience
  • Ability to kneel, crawl, stoop, bend, and twist for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift over 50 pounds
  • Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
  • Consistently work in various weather conditions
  • Ability to pass respirator fit test
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends, as required
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
  • Wastewater OIT
  • Diploma or degree in related field, such as chemistry or environmental science
  • First aid/CPR/AED certification
  • Confined space entry certification
  • Experience in NetSuite
  • Boiler license preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; RRSP; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
  • Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits .
  • For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below
  • All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
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