Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Supervisor VI (Sewer Operations), this position operates the sewer cleaner truck and the harben truck to conduct required sewer maintenance. This is a safety sensitive position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates sewer cleaning machines and other equipment related to sewer maintenance.
• Directs and trains staff assigned to assist in the operation of sewer cleaner truck and harben truck. 
• Performs routine safety checks and servicing of equipment such as fluid levels, greasing and other minor maintenance adjustments.
• Transports machine and equipment to and from work sites.
• Inspects and cleans manholes, chambers, sewer mains, superpipes manually, or otherwise, as required.
• Operates pumps and miscellaneous equipment as required.
• Installs road warning signs and barricades in accordance with approved standards.
• Responds to enquiries and concerns from the public and contractors.
• Performs repairs to sewer and water equipment as required.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of work performed 
• Performs the duties of an Equipment Operator VIII as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of equipment operation and maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of the operating procedures and practices for all equipment and tools of the sewer main maintenance trade, including industrial vacuum and high pressure water jetting equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate sewer cleaner truck and harben equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including recording data.
• Ability to perform confined entries complete with necessary fall protection equipment and air quality monitoring equipment. 
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties, including outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
   

Education, Training and Experience Requirements: 

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• One Year related experience in the operation of similar water and sewer equipment or a certificate from an approved course in sewer operations. 
• Level 1  Water Distribution Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be considered an asset.
• Level 2 Waste Water Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be considered an asset.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 3A Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record. 
• Successful completion of a recognized skid-steer loader operator safety training certification program.
• Must comply with all safety related requirements. 

Additional Requirements

Shift work, weekend work and stand-by are involved.