Job Summary

Under supervision of the Operations Manager (Wastewater Treatment) and the direction of the Operations Coordinator, this position performs a variety of duties assisting with wastewater treatment plant operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs duties of the Plant Operator and Assistant Plant Operator, as required.
• Assists with data entry, stores functions, hazardous material inventory and work procedure documentation, as required
• Assists with mechanical maintenance duties.
• Assists with the maintenance of plant grounds, including general equipment maintenance.
• Performs maintenance and cleaning of related buildings, operational infrastructure and process equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Requirements

• Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification plus four years’ wastewater treatment experience with 2 years’ acting as a Plant Operator and 2 years’ acting as an Assistant Plant Operator.

OR

• Graduation from a recognized, two-year, post-secondary program in a related field (water resources engineering technology, environmental engineering technology, chemical engineering technology or civil engineering technology) plus successful completion of Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Operator Exam and two years’ wastewater treatment experience acting as a Plant Operator.

• Possession of a Certificate of Completion for the California State University courses for Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants Volumes I and II.

• Possession of valid, recognized first aid and CPR certificates.

• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills

• Knowledge of wastewater treatment procedures, operations and general practices applied to the care and safe operation of plant equipment.

• Knowledge of methods, chemicals, materials and tools used in wastewater treatment.

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.

• Ability to operate large equipment such as forklifts and tractors.

• Ability to make minor repairs to wastewater treatment plant equipment.

• Ability to perform duties in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean work site.

• Ability to record meter readings and make simple arithmetic calculations accurately.

• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals such as ammonium hydroxide, lime, and chlorine.

• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations.

• Ability to supervise the work of subordinate staff and assume responsibility for the operation of a shift.

• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other employees and the public.

• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.

• Skill in the use of a computer with word-processing, spreadsheet and other data-processing software.

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

Shift work is involved.