Water & Wastewater Operator

About the role

The Water & Wastewater Operator at OCWA will use their skills to operate and maintain facilities within the region. This includes managing wastewater treatment processes, performing routine maintenance, and responding to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water and wastewater facilities
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Take samples, interpret results, and make process control adjustments
• Liaise with coworkers, clients, and suppliers
• Respond to on-call shifts and emergencies

Requirements

• Mandatory Operator-in-Training (OIT) to Class IV certificate or license: Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment and Collection, Water Distribution and Supply, (as per O. Reg. 128/04)
• Valid Class G driver’s license
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes
• Working experience/knowledge of the skilled trades for the maintenance and repair of various equipment and structures
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant regulatory and legislative acts, codes, policies, guidelines and procedures
• Good knowledge of basic mathematics and chemistry
• Ability to interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and other technical specifications

Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative
• Ability to perform manual labor

Skills

• Analytical, problem-solving, planning and scheduling skills
• Basic electrical repair, welding, plumbing, millwright, and instrumentation skills
• Computer literacy and familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Benefits

• Flexible learning and development opportunities
• Career advancement and specialization opportunities
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Comprehensive health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits

Pay

The salary range for this position is $24.88 to $31.06 CAD per hour, based on the certification held at the time of hire and progressing internally upon obtaining higher-level certifications/licenses.

Schedule

Operators may need to work flexible hours, including overtime and on-call shifts.