Wastewater Treatment Operator

Job Summary

The wastewater Treatment Operator will maintain and inspect wastewater treatment facilities and undertake minor servicing of equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors, analyses and adjusts process parameters.
• Performs standard laboratory process testing and maintains accurate records and logs.
• Participates on project teams and assists in the evaluation and implementation of technological improvements.
• Conducts facility tours for members of the public, schools, universities and Regional Council.
• Performs housekeeping, janitorial and other general maintenance duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of a secondary school diploma and a Level 1 wastewater treatment license.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Initiative, the ability to work as a team and independently along with strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience with the application of related legislation and acts (Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Water Regulation Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Environmental Protection Act).
• Familiarity with SCADA technology.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and computer literacy (MS Office, Excel and Outlook).

Preferred

• Post-secondary school education in a related environmental field and with Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) wastewater treatment licensing (Levels 2 to 4).
• Relevant experience in a laboratory or wastewater plant.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Flexibility in working hours is required to support 24/7 on-call and there may be periodic meetings and functions outside of regular business hours.
• Incumbent will be required to serve on standby and respond to after hour callouts, as specified by Public Works Operations Practices.
• The successful candidate will be required to maintain MECP operator license for Wastewater Treatment.
• The incumbent must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including lifting, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, working from scaffolding and heights.
• The ability to work in confined spaces and oversee and perform designated duties in inclement weather is also required.
• The incumbent will be required to safely handle designated substances, including caustic and acidic chemicals.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times.
• Training and relevant PPE will be provided.
• Wastewater activities also involve working in unsanitary or odorous conditions at times.

Employment Conditions

• Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, by the first day of employment.
• The incumbent will be required to drive a regional vehicle, a copy of their valid G driver’s license and a driver’s abstract will be submitted by the first day of employment.
• In support of the Region’s commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, the Region has a vaccination requirement for all employees. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and able to provide proof of vaccination. The candidate will be asked to provide the Region with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the Region will be required.