Wastewater Operator II/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Wastewater Operator II/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (2 Positions)

Public Works - Water & Wastewater                 

Regular Full-Time

Hourly Rate: $35.40 - $38.61 depending on qualifications. (Plus an additional $4.00 hourly rate premium as an Operator II/$5.00 hourly premium as a Plant Operator)

CUPE LOCAL 966

Overview:

Our wastewater operations are essential to maintaining public health and environmental sustainability. Our system is responsible for the collection, treatment, and safe disposal of wastewater from homes, businesses, and industries across Peel Region.

We are committed to continuous improvement and sustainability in our wastewater management practices. This includes adopting innovative technologies, enhancing infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Our team works diligently to maintain the system's reliability, manage stormwater to prevent flooding, and minimize environmental impact.

The role:

Under general supervision of a Foreperson the incumbent is responsible for monitoring, operating and maintaining municipal wastewater pumping stations, communal wastewater treatment facilities and wastewater linear assets in accordance with Regional, legislative and safety policies.

In this role you will:

• Monitor chemical inventories, process equipment performance, perform periodic preventative or unscheduled corrective maintenance to ensure proper operations.
• Enter confined spaces to inspect condition of equipment or to perform maintenance.
• Maintain buildings and grounds and exercise emergency standby power generators.
• Monitor and evaluate wastewater treatment and wastewater collection process performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain continuous compliance with Approvals and regulations under regulations and legislations.
• Complete forms, work orders, and reports according to approved procedures.
• Participate and assist with annual Ministry of the Environment facility inspections internal and external audits.
• Execute duties in a tactful and courteous manner and performs duties in a way which conveys a 'positive image' of the Region. 

What the role requires:

• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years work related experience.
• Operator II - Minimum acceptable MECP certification is Wastewater Collection Class 1 and Water Distribution Operator-In-Training (OIT), with a preference for progressive advancement of certification to the subsystem class level.
• Plant Operator - Minimum acceptable MECP certification is Wastewater Collection Class I and Wastewater Treatment Class 1 with the addition of Water Distribution Operator-In-Training preferred.
• Capable of performing all related work and duties involved in the operation and maintenance of wastewater collection facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, water distribution facilities and water treatment facilities.
• Possess a valid class “G” license in good standing, DZ preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of manual and power equipment.
• Physically able to perform the requirements of the job.
• Must be available to participate in standby/on-call duties.
• Must be capable of accurately completing work forms, logbooks and reports.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are currently in the CUPE Local 966-Public Works bargaining unit.

Job Location: 230 Advance Blvd, Brampton, ON. 

 Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (4-day flexible work schedule currently in effect).   

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.

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At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.