Maintenance Worker/Relief Operator

The City of Moose Jaw is seeking to fill a full-time Maintenance Worker/Relief Operator that performs various duties related to the operation and maintenance of City Water and Wastewater Pump Stations and Wastewater Treatment Systems. This is shift work and includes after-hour calls for emergency repairs, work in hazardous and confined space locations and work in the presence of gases and fumes.  This position requires technical knowledge and hands-on skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist operations in maintenance and repair of equipment at sewage pump stations, water pump stations and the wastewater treatment and disposal system.
• Various maintenance and cleaning.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Operate and maintain the skid steer loader and attachments.
• Respond to City infrastructure emergencies as required.
• Adhere to the safety regulations in the Occupational Health and Safety policy.
• Assist in inventory control of equipment and supplies.
• Assume the duties of an operator when required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Written and passed level 1 in either Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection or Wastewater Treatment.  A requirement to obtain Saskatchewan Operator Board Certification for Level I Wastewater Treatment, Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection, or must pass Level I certification exams within 6 months.
• Class 5 drivers license.
• Physical demands assessment.
• Sufficient mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Obtain certifications for WHIMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space Entry, First Aid, CPR, H2S, Fall Protection, Hoisting, Rigging, Overhead Crane, Chlorine Gas Systems, Skid Steer.
• Physical ability to safely perform all manual labour duties.