Title: Contaminated Water Treatment Technicians
Location: Remote Fly-in Fly-out - Nunavut
Job Type: Temporary
Schedule: 12-hour shifts (days and nights), on-site for 3 weeks
Start: End of July / Early August (tentative, weather permitting)
We’re seeking two competent contaminated water treatment technicians per shift to work autonomously on an on-site project. You’ll treat up to 1.5 million liters of petroleum hydrocarbon–contaminated water using on-site water treatment equipment, under client Environment oversight. This is a hands-on role with a clear impact on environmental reclamation and compliance before winter.
What you’ll do
- Operate and maintain on-site water treatment equipment and systems for petroleum hydrocarbon–impacted water.
- Work with pressure vessels, air compressors, pneumatic pumps, hoses, backwashing vessels, and media changeouts.
- Treat all impacted water efficiently and independently within the scope of the project.
- Monitor system performance, document results, and adjust processes as needed.
- Coordinate with Environment for sampling and ensure compliance with site procedures and safety rules.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment as issues arise.
Who we’re looking for
- 2 technicians per shift who can work autonomously and efficiently.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Pressure vessels and media filtration systems (including media changes)
- Air compressors and pneumatic pumping systems
- Hoses, fittings, and site plumbing
- Backwashing operations and cycle controls
- Strong safety mindset; ability to follow SOPs, permits-to-work, and site rules.
- Prior on-site remediation or environmental treatment experience preferred.
- Able to work 12-hour day/night shifts and operate independently within a small team.
Qualifications (minimum)
- Technical training or trade certification in water treatment, environmental tech, or equivalent field experience.
- Proven experience in contaminated water treatment and operation of related equipment.
- Ability to read technical diagrams, process flows, and equipment manuals.
- Valid safety certifications (e.g., WHMIS, confined space awareness) as required by the site.
- Willingness to pass pre-employment requirements (drug/alcohol screening, background check, site briefings) and be available for the full contract duration.
Why you’ll love this project
- Meaningful environmental reclamation work with a defined timeline.
- Competitive contractor pay and on-site support.
- Hands-on role with a range of industrial equipment.
- Direct collaboration with client Environment oversight and safety-focused team.
What we provide
- On-site supervision and safety coordination.
- Required PPE and access to site facilities.
- Site-specific training on procedures and equipment as needed.
Work Location: In person
