Job Description

:MATRIX is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management services to a diverse range of clients in the resource and service sectors. We are currently seeking a driven and knowledgeable Desalination Water Plant Operator to join our team.In this role, will oversee the day-to-day maintenance and operation of B2 Golds Back River project, powered desalination plant. The lead operator will oversee local operations and is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and operating powered desalination units.MATRIX offers excellent career advancement opportunities and a supportive work environment.Job Responsibilities:

• Undertake reverse osmosis plant maintenance and operation including CIP.
• Track and order consumables, parts, supplies and tools as needed to keep plants operating 24/7.
• Read flow meters, gauges and other recording instruments to measure water output and consumption levels, bacterial content and chlorine.
• Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment in water filtration and treatment plants to regulate the treatment and distribution of water.
• Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctions and to make sure plant systems are operating normally.
• Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content
• Analyze test results and instrument readings and adjust plant equipment and systems as needed
• Provide verbal or written instructions for process control changes to waterworks system to ensure water produced meets standardized quality requirements
• Do security checks in plant and on grounds
• Respond to customer complaints on water quality problems
• Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
• May perform minor maintenance or help skilled tradespersons with installation and repair of plant machinery
• May measure, mix and transport chemicals to maintain feed stocks
• May be asked to help with other tasks not in the job description

Requirements:Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-3 years working in a construction field/camp position.
• Certified Journeyman Plumber (Red Seal) or a registered 3rd or 4th year plumbing apprentice is required.
• Gasfitter "B" ticket is highly desired.
• Proven track record in operating and maintaining water treatment and/or desalination systems, O&G or in other connected fields;
• Proven team leader;
• Experience with pumps, motor, rotating equipment, sensors;
• Good communication and problem-solving skills;
• Experience running RO projection and data normalization programs a plus;
• Commitment, empathy, creativity and rigor;
• Assets: marine/ocean, cleantech and/or instrumentation experience, MOC certification, WHIMIS

Environment & Working Conditions

• Open to travel to remote project sites on a rotational basis
• Open to work frequently on the water;
• Devoted and hard-working team;
• High growth and changing environment;
• Diversified tasks.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions reaching -60C

Benefits:12 hour days, 4 on 2 off rotation,Pay Rate - $500-$600/day Dependent upon certification and experience.

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