Parsons is seeking a CBA – Water Treatment Operator II for our Faro Mine Site. In this role, play a crucial role in the successful operation and maintenance of all water treatment plant equipment and related water storage and conveyance facilities at the Faro Mine Complex. 

Local Candidates preferred but open to candidates who are available on a fly-in/fly-out rotational basis. 

These positions work shifts of 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off with 12 hours per shift, including days and nights. 

Employees are provided an LOA allowance and are responsible for providing their own food/meals 
 
This position includes membership in the United Steelworkers Local 925. The hourly wage for this position is $32.92. 

 
What you’ll be doing: 

• Operation and monitoring of water treatment facilities and performing routine pump checks 

• Maintain, manage, and troubleshoot equipment including pumps and piping. 

• Work near and around large diesel powered pumps and generators. 

• Work 12-hour day and night shifts as scheduled, in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments. 

• Complete timely and accurate daily records of plant and pumping performance. 

• Conduct daily site inspections and record observations. 

• Notify supervisor of any issues relating to the water treatment process, pumps, and pipelines, with detailed observations of abnormal conditions. 

• Always maintain a high standard of housekeeping. 

• Engage in all forms of labour to assist in the successful operation of all water treatment processes. 

• Assist site trades and services personnel as required. 

• Attend training sessions as required. 

• Complete Health and Safety (H&S) training related to on-site policies and company requirements and adhere to requirements while performing work. 

• Complete chemical handling training and adhere to requirements while performing work. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

• Participate in mine rescue training. 

• Participate in first aid training. 

What required skills you’ll bring: 

• Previous water treatment, process or industrial experience preferred. 

• Proficient in the operation of basic pumping systems. 

• Proficient in basic transfer of fluids and dangerous goods. 

• Able to operate one of the water treatment plants, with supervision, efficiently to produce compliant water for discharge. 

• Able to troubleshoot and shut down the plant in the event of non-compliant water. 

• Able to take readings, conduct water testing, and modify processes to keep water within compliant ranges. 

• Training in pipe fitting. 

• Valid class 5 driver’s license required. 

• Both off pavement and winter driving experience preferred. 

• Troubleshooting and detailed ability to provide accurate descriptions of problems. 

• Mechanical aptitude is an asset. 

• Willingness to work in indoor and outdoor environments, in a remote northern community, and as part of a team. 

• Understanding of time management. 

• Able to lift, pull, stand, or crouch for long periods of time (physically fit). 

• Capable of the safe handling of lime and other chemicals. 

• Ability to lift 25 kg. 

• Familiar with computer skills -Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) 

• Proven understanding of safe work practices and mitigating risk. 

• Ability to work with little supervision and function in a multidiscipline environment.