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Wastewater Treatment Operator

@ Arcadis

Oakville, ON · Toronto, ON

On-siteFull-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Arcadis is hiring a full-time Wastewater Treatment Operator to run and maintain water and wastewater treatment systems in line with regulations. The role includes inspection, sampling, compliance work, on-call rotation and overtime, with a salary range of $64,800 to $97,200.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment sites
  • Act as Operator in Charge when required
  • Inspect equipment, collect samples and support compliance
  • Support projects and prepare drawings and reports
  • Oversee subcontractors and health and safety programs

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma and 4 to 5 years of relevant experience (8 preferred)
  • Class 1 or 2 water or wastewater treatment licence
  • Class G driver's licence with access to a vehicle
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Intermediate health and safety knowledge

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Employer posting date
2026-08-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, overtime
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsOperator in Charge, CTECH, Environmental technologist certification
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyWomen, People with disabilities, Veterans
EducationHigh school (required)

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Arcadis

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Full company description

Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and consultancy to the next level, advising clients at every step of every project. From strategy and planning through to implementation and delivery, we combine our human and digital intelligence to co-create environments that reflect our clients’ business and stakeholder needs. From creating a citywide sustainable legacy during and after the Paris Olympics to revolutionizing urban transit worldwide with metro systems from Sydney to Toronto, or securing clean drinking water for communities across more than 30 U.S. states, our world-changing solutions leave a positive and lasting impact. Our work has helped more than a third of the world's communities become more resilient, and hundreds of clients to advance their decarbonization and net-zero goals. Together, we are committed to solving today's greatest problems; creating a blueprint for a better future, designed to thrive. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.

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Reported office locations
  • Gustav Mahlerplein 97-103, Amsterdam, Nederland 1082 MS, NL
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Business categories
  • Consulting
  • Civil Engineering
  • Water
Other recorded names
  • Arcadis
Specialties
  • Consultancy
  • Architectural design
  • Design & Engineering
  • Natural and built assets
  • Business Advisory
  • Health and safety
  • Environmental Remediation
  • Sustainability
  • Program
  • Project and Cost Management
  • Infrastructure
  • Water
  • Buildings
  • Environment
  • and Software
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Reported total investment
25,000

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Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and…

FieldValue
IndustryProfessional Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersAmsterdam, Nederland
Organization typePublic Company
SpecialtiesConsultancyArchitectural designDesign & EngineeringNatural and built assetsBusiness AdvisoryHealth and safetyEnvironmental RemediationSustainabilityProgramProject and Cost Management
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Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

The Wastewater Treatment Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining water and wastewater treatment systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards. This role will involve maintenance and inspection activities to guarantee the delivery of safe drinking water, effective sewage conveyance, and system readiness for fire protection. Additionally, the operator will support capital upgrades and gain exposure to Arcadis service lines and client businesses while developing technical skills.

Role Accountabilities

  • Operator will act as an Operator in Charge (OIC) when required, adhering to Ontario Regulation 319/08. They will operate and maintain water/wastewater sites, perform manual fieldwork, monitor and maintain equipment, and make necessary operational adjustments.

  • Serve as a project resource, supporting successful project delivery individually or as part of a team, identifying information sources, and collecting relevant data.

  • Inspect and maintain equipment, manage hazardous waste, collect samples, assist with regulatory compliance, and analyze data for design solutions. Prepare project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports to ensure compliance with standards, will also be a key responsibility.

  • Oversee subcontractors, lead Health & Safety programs, assume limited construction manager responsibilities, and act as a working supervisor or foreman.

  • Collaborate with Project Managers to align work with budgets and requirements will be crucial, as will increasing involvement with clients and potentially overseeing projects for Arcadis or clients.

  • Maintain and develop technical knowledge of Arcadis services, review legislation, assist with policy development, and comply with health and safety requirements, promoting a safe work environment.

  • Develop skills in specialist areas, project management, relationship management, and commercial skills will be important.

The role will require obtaining and maintaining Class 2 licenses for Wastewater Treatment, along with participating in rotational on‑call duties and working overtime when necessary. The operator should bring intermediate customer service skills and experience in water/wastewater operations and maintenance planning, supported by a Wastewater Treatment Level 2 certification.

The candidate must be able to lift 50 pounds, hold a valid Driver’s License, and be capable of obtaining a CMV Driver’s License. Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills are essential, as is intermediate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements. Proficiency with hand and power tools, along with the ability to read blueprints, drawings, and GIS maps, will be important for success in this role.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or equivalent, with 4-5 years or more years of relevant experience with 8 years being preferred

  • Class 1 or 2 License in Water Treatment,, Wastewater Distribution/Supply, Wastewater Treatment.

  • A Class G driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Intermediate knowledge of Water/Wastewater Regulations, Acts, and Standards, as well as relevant vocational qualifications like CTECH, is preferred.

  • An environmental technologist certification and possess advanced research, data gathering, and analysis skills, along with advanced proficiency in desktop applications, is preferred.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $64,800-97,200. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

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