Biosolids Technologist

EPCOR • Edmonton, AB

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring one (1) full-time Permanent Biosolids Technologist, position working out of Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant in Edmonton, AB! This opportunity open to Internal and External candidates. EPCOR employees, please ensure that you are using your “epcor.com” email address.

Requirements

• 2-year technical Diploma in Environmental Science from a recognized polytechnic institution.
• 1-3 years of direct experience working in a water, wastewater, agricultural, and/or environmental setting.
• The ability to manage projects that have both short and long term goals.
• General understanding of biosolids management and the impacts of land application.
• Intermediate computer skills and demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• A valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Limited to 6 demerits or less by date of hire
• Drivers with a GDL class may be considered
• A Driver Abstract (5yr. Commercial type) will be required.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain a valid EPCOR driver's permit is required.
• Solid understanding of soil science principles.
• At least 18 years of age
• Successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education)
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with GPS, GIS, and deriving information from map based databases would be considered an asset.
• Membership to a professional organization, as a member or a member in training, such as Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA), or Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB) would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the execution of the Nutri-Gold Biosolids program.
• Site selection and field program scheduling.
• Data management - including daily trucking logs, farm database information, and special projects data.
• Assist with annual report writing.
• Administrative and procurement program work.
• Communicating with farmers to secure land availability for current and future seasons.
• Coordinating hauling and field application between contractors and landowners.
• Conducting site visits to assess field conditions and communicating with landowners to maintain good customer relations.
• Work with outside contractors to ensure equipment is calibrated and maintained.
• Working with various stakeholders, such as county officials to review road conditions, pipeline representatives to review crossings and neighboring clients to hear comments.
• Exploring new technologies to improve the efficiency of the program.

Benefits

• Final wage placement will be determined at the time of selection and based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement (CA) that may be found online.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree