Organics Processing Plant Operator

WSN is a strategic partner with the ability to offer a full suite of construction services including engineering support, construction, maintenance, and operations. Our experience extends across many sectors including waste to energy, mining, steel, forestry, waste management and power generation.

This position is located at the Dufferin Organics Processing Facility. The Operator is part of a team that focuses on the Process Control, Equipment Operation, and Troubleshooting for our organic waste processing facility.

Job Responsibilities:

· Available for the afternoon shift (Monday to Friday from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM).

· Plant Start up, shut down and manage power outage situation in safe manner.

· Operate machinery, including heavy mobile machinery, to ensure the daily production targets are met.

· Operate and maintain process parameters of the dewatering, biogas treatment, WWTP and bio-filter.

· Coordinate chemical reception logistics (Caustic, Ferric chloride, Carbon, Sulphuric Acid); load out of ammonium sulphate, spent caustic or any other chemicals

· Project and plan schedules for digestate bin switch over; residue Bin/compactor switch over

· Troubleshoot issues to ensure maximum plant uptime, predicting possible failure and allocating work/Job Orders on time

· Conduct daily area inspections and audit rounds and fill out check sheets.

· Using handheld gas monitoring device, adhere to all plant safety rules, codes and regulations including PPE

· Understand and meet daily digestate processing and RNG/Power production targets

· Ongoing improvement of plant operations to reduce risk, reduce down-time and optimize performance

· Identify and mitigate process risks and keep chemical consumption within tolerable range.

· Collect and deliver samples to on site lab for analytics.

· Should have ability to operate SCADA with possible availability on weekends.

· Perform minor repairs and maintenance (as oil top up, tightening of nuts or pump glands etc.) as necessary.

· Consistent and accurate communication with plant operation supervisor for daily log or report preparation.

· Use general plant operation skills WRT Pump, blower, compressor operations

· Safety First approach - Target Zero incidents/injuries, communicate unsafe activities or processes.

· Daily safety – building doors closed to avoid fugitive emissions, keep work area clean to avoid slip, trip or fall hazards.

· Available for further training - secure valid license, and operate equipment such as loaders, trucks, forklifts, and cranes.

· Consistently aim to meet all environmental compliance requirements.

· Ability to work some weekend shifts as required.

Requirements:

Education and Experience

· Minimum High School Diploma; College Diploma in Engineering or Science related Field is preferred

· Minimum of 3 years’ experience with waste handling and preparation, water processes, anaerobic digestion, bio-gas generation/handling

· Experience with heavy mobile machine operation is preferred

Skills

· Wastewater or bio-energy plant experience in particular anaerobic digestion is an asset.

· Heavy mobile machinery experience.

· Basic maintenance skills.

· Promote a safety culture on site.

· Flexible, positive and proactive attitude to work.

· Strong team player.

· Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail, and professionalism.

WSN Offers:

· Competitive compensation based on experience and overall knowledge

· Opportunities for career growth, development, and advancement

· Friendly working environment

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $27.00-$30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-16