West Fraser is a leading forest products company in North America. Our goals are straightforward – leadership through profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people and strength in products.
Our Hinton Pulp Division has an immediate opening for a:
TEMPORARY WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR
The Water Treatment Plant supplies water to the mill and the town. Reporting to the Technical and Environmental Supervisor, this a coverage position expected to last 1-2 years in duration.
Key responsibilities include:
- Control and operation of the water and effluent treatment plant
- Collect water samples from clarifier, river, and mill; complete tests according to standard operating procedures
- Operate water and effluent treatment plant equipment (pumps, motors, etc.) and perform lockouts as required
- Maintain daily logbook and test sheets
- Perform tank watch as necessary
- Maintain operation within environmental standards
- Provide on the job advice and training to department personnel when required
- Able to work a 4 on, 4 off shift schedule
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 completion or a GED
- A Water Treatment Level 1 certification is considered a strong asset; the successful candidate will be required to complete, if not already obtained, a minimum of a Water Treatment Level 1 certificate within 18 months of service within the department
- Physical ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift upwards of 50 lbs.
- Strong ability to troubleshoot issues as they occur
- Comprehensive knowledge of computerized systems
- Experience with environmental or chemical laboratory work considered an asset
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organization skills
- Class 5 Driver’s License
- A proactive, detailed oriented approach to work
- Embody the West Fraser values of safety, teamwork, integrity, respect, humility, and frugality
We are located in Hinton, Alberta, 20 minutes east of Jasper National Park, and 2½ hours west of Edmonton. Hinton, set amidst the stunning scenery of the Alberta Rockies, is a modern community of 10,000 offering terrific lifestyles for individuals and families.
Our region is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, with exciting activities from skiing, snowmobiling, camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, and ATV’s. Hinton features a full-service acute care hospital, major retail and restaurant chains, community parks and pools, educational institutions for pre-school through post-secondary.
Interested applicants should apply online by sending their resume, cover letter, and transcripts/proof of qualifications in confidence. To apply, click on our job ad at www.westfraser.com/jobs and then click “apply now” in green at the top of the page.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone inquiries, please.