Job Details:Water Operator – Wastewater Collection Operations

Description

Accountabilities:

• Participate in a wide range of administrative, maintenance, construction and operational activities in the wastewater section of the City Utilities Division and assist in other sections as required
• Coordinate, oversee and/or perform:
  • Sewer odor source detection
  • Resolving sewer blockages and identification of collapsed laterals
  • Manhole inspection and rehabilitation, including infiltration repairs
  • Operation of the Sewer Flusher to perform various maintenance activities including hydro excavations
  • Performing inspections and various maintenance activities on Pumping Stations, including trouble shooting and wet well cleanouts
  • Response to pumping station issues identified through SCADA observation or alarms
  • Locates of sanitary infrastructure for internal and external agencies
  • Preventative maintenance programs
  • Leak detections and reduced pressure investigation
  • Confined Space Entries (act as competent person for confined space entries once trained)
  • Customer service support and troubleshooting in the field  (i.e. Responding to concerns around wastewater  and odors)
  • Documentation of daily activities in daily log, diary, Maximo and/or Inframap to ensure accurate data and records are maintained
  • Response to emergency situations (e.g. sewer main blockages, pumping station failure, etc.)
  • Repairs to all manner of wastewater collection or water distribution infrastructure as assigned
  • Various duties within the water distribution department as assigned
  • Daily circle checks on vehicles and equipment
  • Safe and efficient operation, care and maintenance of tools, equipment and vehicles
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) guidelines, and maintain required documentation and record keeping
• Maintain a safe work environment by taking necessary precautions and applying safety procedures in accordance with health and safety legislation and City of Waterloo policies and procedures
• Communicate and co-operate effectively with others, respecting the values of the Corporation, both internally and externally
• Participate in the on-duty rotation (after-hours) for Operator in Charge (OIC) responsibilities in accordance with applicable certifications
• May be required to act as Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) in accordable with applicable certifications and demonstrated experience and judgment, at the discretion of management
• Provide functional and operational training as required
• Participate in team development and implementation of operational/maintenance programs to meet divisional objectives and the needs of our customers and infrastructure
• Participate in cross training in other areas of City Utilities and on various teams and initiatives as required
• Perform winter operations activities and may be required to participate in the winter control
• Other Duties as assigned

Job  Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
• MECP Certified Operator for Wastewater Collection and Water Distribution; MECP Class 1 Wastewater Collection Operators License (or above) with minimum one (1) year of experience as a certified operator is preferred; candidates with an Operator In Training (OIT) license and a minimum of six (6) months direct experience as an MECP Certified Operator in Wastewater Collection may be considered
• Related municipal experience is preferred
• One to two (1 – 2) years of experience in a related field involving manual/physical labour and operation of power tools, vehicles and equipment
• Valid MTO ‘DZ’ class driver’s license in good standing with driver’s abstract acceptable to the City is required to perform the job. **
• Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) Entry-level drinking water course would be an asset
• Thorough working knowledge of wastewater collection/pumping station maintenance system standards specifications, equipment, materials, techniques and procedures
• Working knowledge of clearing blocked sewer laterals and sanitary main flushing as well as manhole inspection and lateral inspection
• Working knowledge of water mains, valves hydrants and meters (i.e. able to do valve exercising, hydrant inspection, hydrant pumping, as well as understand basic water main appurtenances) is an asset
• Working knowledge of various pieces of Public Works equipment such as Flusher truck, loaders, dump trucks and water maintenance equipment
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, in addition to actual and potential hazards associated with water and sewer operations
• Working knowledge of construction regulations (confined space, trenching, traffic control, etc.)
• Capable of performing the physical demands of the position, including lifting and kneeling on a regular basis
• Willing and able to work in an outdoor environment and actively participate in daily activities in various weather conditions
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills
• Motivated , hardworking and able to work with minimal supervision
• Available and willing to work day, evening and weekend shifts when required
• Willingness to gain experience with computer programs such as SCADA, Inframap and Maximo
• Employees will be responsible to ensure that their certificates and licenses are kept current
• Ability to complete supplementary training related to the business unit as required (e.g. Confined Space Training, Health and Safety, Environmental, First Aid, Utility Equipment Operation, Pumping Station Operation, etc.)
• Satisfactory Police Record and Judicial Matters Check is a condition of hire

Shift Information:

Normal hours of work will be 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime and shift work may be required for operational reasons.  Participation in a 24/7 on-duty rotation will be required subject to certification requirements.

*Classification/Hourly Rate Information:   Please note, wage classifications are based on the 2023 job rates and will

be determined based on MECP Operator License(s) held at time of hire.

  **Please note, candidates without a valid MTO ‘DZ’ class license may be considered for this position in the absence of qualified applicants with the preferred class, however will be required to obtain their MTO 'DZ' class license within six (6) months of hire.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit a CUPE Internal Job Posting Application through the online application process or directly to Human Resources, 100 Regina Street South by 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.

For posting and application details please visit. www.waterloo.ca/careers

Information

• Location: Waterloo, Canada

Industry experience

Education: High School

Taxonomy

• Operations