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Term, Process Technician (Float)

Halifax Water


Job Location:

Halifax - Canada

Hourly Salary: CAD 35 - 42
Posted: 29 September 2026 (8 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Discover
The Opportunity

Halifax Water is inviting applications forone (1) Term full-time Process TechnicianFloat (approximately 3-6 months) in the Operations department. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success and the success of our community.

We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians LGBTQ community racially visible persons women in non-traditional positions persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Interested qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW26-102E confirming their interest by 4:30pm on September 23 2026.

What youll do
Responsibilities

The Process Technicians are responsible for the operation and maintenance of Halifax Water wastewater treatment facilities biosolids handling facilities leachate treatment facilities and associated infrastructure. As a member of a treatment facility team assists in ensuring compliance with Federal/Provincial regulations and public/staff health and safety. The successful incumbent will administratively report to the Herring Cove Wastewater Treatment Supervisor but will be required to work at any of Halifax Waters Wastewater Facilities on an as needed basis. Working hours will be based on the schedule of the assigned Wastewater Treatment Facility shift work shall be required.

A copy of the full job description and required qualifications for this CUPE Local 227 bargaining unit position may be viewed on our corporate website at .

What youll need
Qualifications

The minimum qualifications include a two (2) year community college technical program applicable to wastewater treatment or related discipline.

An equivalent combination of industry recognized wastewater treatment mechanical electrical plumbing or instrumentation training and experience may be considered.

The successful incumbent must successfully complete the Operator-in-Training wastewater certificate within six months of date of hire and pass the Level 1 Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Labour (NSEL) Wastewater Treatment examination within 12 months of the date of hire.

The successful incumbent must also have a valid NS Drivers license.

A little bit about us
Halifax Water

Halifax Water owns and operates the water distribution wastewater collection and treatment and stormwater drainage systems that service the Halifax region. We are committed to continuous improvement with a focus on data-driven decision making and a commitment to long-term sustainability.

At Halifax Water you can look forward to an engaging satisfying career that offers a competitive salary excellent benefits and professional development. Were committed to providing world-class water wastewater and stormwater services as leading environmental stewards. By joining Halifax Water you can help make a difference.

Halifax Waters goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians LGBTQ community racially visible persons women in non-traditional positions persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Halifax Water invests in its employees by providing competitive salaries incentive programs opportunities for advancement and an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Employee wellness program
  • Professional development opportunities

Required Experience:

IC