Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator

Highlights of the job

EPCOR's Commercial Services is hiring a full-time permanent Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our Operations team in Canmore, Alberta. Reporting to the Lead Hand Operator, you will operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize wastewater treatment processes while ensuring regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.

Canmore is in the heart of the Bow Valley, approximately 81 kilometers west of Calgary and surrounded by the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Learn more about the community at canmore.ca.

We welcome applications from internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

What you’d be responsible for

• Operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing wastewater treatment processes to ensure regulatory compliance and reliable plant performance.
• Completing daily operating rounds, inspections, process monitoring, and equipment checks throughout the facility.
• Collecting samples, performing laboratory testing, and utilizing SCADA and process data to support operational decision-making and process optimization.
• Monitoring and controlling biological treatment, solids handling, sludge management, dewatering, and disinfection processes.
• Performing preventative maintenance activities, equipment cleaning, lubrication, calibrations, and minor repairs.
• Maintaining operating logs, process records, laboratory results, and regulatory documentation.
• Supporting environmental compliance requirements through accurate monitoring, reporting, and process control activities.
• Working collaboratively with plant staff, contractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain safe and reliable operations.
• Responding to alarms, operational upsets, emergencies, and on-call situations as required.
• Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with EPCOR Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with EPCOR operators and third-party maintenance personnel, contractors, suppliers, scientists, and process engineers to optimize plant performance.
• Responding to client and public inquiries with professionalism and tact.

What’s required to be successful

• Grade 12 diploma (GED or equivalent) is required.
• An Alberta Level II Wastewater Treatment Certification is required.
• 3+ years of wastewater treatment operations experience is required.
• Municipal wastewater treatment experience preferred.
• Experience with wastewater process control, laboratory testing, SCADA systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with asset management systems (IVARA, SAP, or similar) is considered an asset.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and effectively respond to operational challenges.
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies as required.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driver’s permit, which requires a valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License
  • Limited to 6 demerits or less at date of hire (prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file).
  • A Driver Abstract (5-year commercial type) will be required.
  • Drivers with a GDL class may be considered (limited to 3 demerits and pending driving behavior review referenced above).

• Ability to withstand strenuous physical activity inherent to the work performed, as well as to function effectively outside under a variety of weather conditions and through all seasons. 
  • Please note that due to the nature of this position you will be required to wear a ½ mask respirator for extended periods daily.

You are a dependable and safety-focused professional with strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work. You demonstrate initiative and accountability, work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and possess strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. You maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, contractors, and stakeholders while contributing to a professional and respectful workplace.

At EPCOR, health and safety are fundamental to everything we do. We are committed to maintaining a zero-injury workplace culture and expect all employees to demonstrate a high level of safety awareness and consistently follow safe work practices.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: Out of Scope Hourly

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Location: Canmore, AB, supporting operations at EPCOR's Wastewater Treatment Facility. Employees residing in Canmore, Exshaw, Dead Man's Flats, Lac des Arcs, Harvie Heights, or Banff are eligible for the Bow Valley location supplement.

Compensation: Hourly wage is based on EPCOR's certification matrix and will be determined based on certification level, qualifications, and experience.

Overtime, weekend work, and participation in an on-call rotation are required. Operators participating in the on-call program must be able to respond within 30 minutes. Temporary accommodation in Canmore may be available for employees residing outside the Bow Valley while on-call.

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance is required on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• If you are required to provide your own personal reliable vehicle: Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.