Operator

Reporting to the Utilities Supervisor, Water & Wastewater Treatment, you will play a key role in operating and maintaining the Citys water and wastewater pump stations and treatment systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate, maintain and repair all equipment at sewage pump stations, water pump stations and the wastewater treatment and disposal system.
• Operate electronic SCADA & PLC control systems and co-operate with specialist technicians in the maintenance and repair of electronic and radio control systems.
• Collect and document samples and conduct chemical analytical tests of water and wastewater.
• Properly maintain internal quality control standards and report all questionable test results.
• Routinely review test data for accuracy and regulatory compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Written and passed Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board exams for Level I Wastewater Treatment, Level I Water Distribution and Level I Wastewater Collection OR
• Diploma for Water Resources Engineering Technologies, Environmental Engineering Technologies or Civil Engineering Technologies OR
• Water/Wastewater Technician Certificate
• Operators must obtain Level II Wastewater Treatment, Level II Water Distribution and Level II Wastewater Collection Certifications, and in the absence of these, must pass Level II certification exams for all 3 certifications within 6 months of hire
• Class 5 drivers license
• Physical ability to safely perform all manual labour duties and pass a physical demands assessment
• Able to obtain certifications for WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space Entry, First Aid, CPR, H2S, Fall Protection, Hoisting, Rigging and Chlorine Gas Systems
• Working knowledge of computer software package

This position requires shift work and includes after-hour calls for emergency repairs and work in hazardous and confined space locations