Maintenance & Plumbing Water Technician

Accuworx Inc. (a GFL Environmental Company) is looking for a Water Technician (Plumbing & Maintenance) to support our Commercial lines of business out of our Toronto, ON site. The technician will be primarily responsible for the operation and monitoring of mobile water treatment system(s) consisting of coagulation, sand and bag sediment filtration, media filtration etc.
Key Responsibilities:

• Collect incoming water samples, record volumes and receiver information
• Operation and monitoring of mobile water treatment system(s)
• Ensure the highest degree of compliance with standards and regulations related to Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation in all phases of project activity
• High degree of hands-on versatility and ability to consult with Site Supervisor to execute contingency plans in a timely manner
• Actively contribute as required to ensure that projects maintain forward momentum
• Perform bench testing of incoming water to determine appropriate water treatment process
• Work within the system and demonstrate the ability to effectively work in an established team oriented culture

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Flexible – The work schedule may change during project depending on performance. Shift work will probably be required and may include day, evening or night shifts. Multiple sites may have to be attended during a shift and candidate will be required to provide their own transportation to and from job sites.
• Experiencing working construction is an asset
• Prior maintenance experience is considered an asset
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team effort, and a willingness to be very hands-on
• Operate Equipment (Mechanically Inclined) – The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant equipment and mechanical connections to ensure optimum plant productivity. Responsibilities will also include moving and/or replacing media, bag filters, piping, hoses, totes, pumps and other equipment onsite as needed. Experience in plumbing and/or labor work is a major asset.
• Detail Oriented – System must be monitored closely to ensure it is operating within required parameters. A detailed operations log will be provided and must be filled out daily. Water samples will have to be taken and documented in accordance with proper sampling protocol.
• Grade 12 education or equivalent College or University diploma
• Able to Work Outside – All system components are located outside and will be operational in all weather conditions.
• Prior plumbing experience is considered an asset

Working Conditions:

• Working with unpleasant odors at times
• Interaction with a variety of chemicals

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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