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**Chief Operator in Charge**

This is a **permanent full-time role** at the County, with an hourly compensation range of **$37.208 - $43.072**.

**The Opportunity**:
As Chief Operator in Charge, you will be oversee and / or participate in work being undertaken to ensure the operation and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and storm water collection systems.

You will provide work direction to County water & wastewater operations and contractors as it relates to County-operated facilities and systems.

**The Perks**:

- EFAP Program
- Employee Recognition
- Wellness Programs
- Safe & Friendly Work Culture
- Professional Development
- Defined Benefit Pension
- Perks & Discounts
- Free Parking

**The County**:
Haldimand County is a single-tier municipality with a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering exceptional services to our citizens. With a focus on excellence, our county stands as an outstanding place to work and live. By joining our dynamic team, you open the door to a rewarding career where we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, their families, and the communities we serve.

At Haldimand County, we believe in the Net Better Off philosophy. This means we’re passionate about helping our staff thrive and advance in an equitable workplace.

Chief Operator in Charge, Environmental Operations

**Posting #**: CUPE-2024-48

**Posting Period**:December 10 - 24, 2024

**Employer Group**: CUPE Local 4700

**Reporting to**: Supervisor, Water & Wastewater Operations

**Grade**: 10

**Wage Range Hourly**: $37.208 - $43.072

**Position Status**: Permanent full-time

**Work Hours**:40

**Location**: Hagersville, ON

**Core Competencies**:

- Self-Direction
- Interpersonal Communication
- Collaborative Skills
- Resilience

**Position Summary**:
The Chief Operator in Charge will oversee and/or participate in work being undertaken to ensure the operation and maintenance of the water distribution, wastewater collection and storm water collection systems. This position involves providing work direction to County water & wastewater operators and contractors as it relates to County operated facilities and systems.

**Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills**:
**Education**:

- Community College Diploma / Degree relative to area of responsibility (Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Environmental/Chemical Technology or other similar program).

**Experience**:
- Over five years current related experience and orientation, training & adjustment on the job

Or equivalent to that combination

Must hold current MECP certification for Class III water distribution, Class II waste water collection

**Knowledge/Skills**:

- Proven working knowledge of water distribution, collection and treatment
- Good working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Proven planning and coordination skills as the incumbent will oversee and direct individuals while actually participating in the course of the work
- Good communication (both oral and written) skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to problem-solve
- A current Province of Ontario Class "DZ" Driver's Licence.
- Must be physically able to do the work
- Technology Aptitude
- Demonstrated intermediate computer skills to perform essential tasks on various technological devices and programs while adhering to cybersecurity and an awareness of best practices.
- Beginners’ knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

**Tools & Equipment Used on a regular basis include, but are not limited to**:

- Rodding Machines
- Pickup trucks
- One ton trucks
- Portable Pumps
- Concrete Saws
- Chain Saws
- Compressors
- String trimmers
- Generators
- Vactor Truck
- Tapping machines

**Responsibilities**:
The incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to:
**People**:

- Liaise with MECP inspectors, developers, other County departments/divisions, consultants and contractors for the operation, installation, inspection and maintenance requirements related to all facets of the County’s Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Storm water collection Systems
- Direct, plan, prioritize, oversee and participate in inspection, construction, operation and maintenance activities for the water distribution, wastewater collection and storm water collection systems.

**Functional**:

- Repair water and sewer main breaks, conducting water meter installation and repairs, unplugging sewer blockages, locates for all W&WW infrastructure, system leak detection, unidirectional flushing and specialized programs, etc.
- Respond to and / or direct service calls to deal with problems / issues such as, but not limited to, sewage back ups, water leaks (meter and service), dirty water, etc.
- Complete required documentation and reports (hand-written and/or computerized) including but not limited to weekly reports, sewage back-up