Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of manual labouring duties, including repairing water mains, sanitary and storm sewer mains, primary water mains and all appurtenances, such as hydrants, valves, manholes, catch basins and leads.
• Cleans and maintains the crew shack.
• Cleans and disinfects tools.
• Deals with the public regarding service interruptions.
• Assists with turning valves on and off.
• Ensures work activities are performed in accordance with corporate safety policies, regulations and procedures.
• Performs hand work and spotting duties, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:

• Grade 12 education, or ability to obtain GED Grade 12 within six months after date of hire.
• One year’s experience in Water and Sewer Construction including maintenance, repair, operation and inspection on Water Distribution, Sanitary Collection and Storm Water Collections Systems.
• Obtain  Level 1 Water Distribution Certification and Level 1 Waste Water Collection certification as required by Saskatchewan Water Security Agency, Must be obtained within 12 months of original hire into the position
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.  
• Current driver’s abstract, from SGI, demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid, recognized first aid certificate.
   

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public and civic employees.
• Ability to perform the assigned duties which included physically demanding work for extended periods  outdoors  under a variety of weather conditions 
• Skill in the operation of small water and sewer maintenance equipment, hand and power tools in an efficient, responsible manner and in accordance with recognized procedures.
• Knowledge of Water Distribution, Sanitary Collection and Storm Water Collection Systems.