Water/wastewater Operator

**Maintains the water/wastewater treatment plants, collection and distribution systems in order to ensure the availability of a clean community water supply and discharge of effluent that meets applicable legislative requirements.**

**Knowledge**
- Minimum education requirement: Secondary School Diploma
- Minimum certificate requirement: Operator-in-Training
- Water and wastewater system operation and maintenance
- Water and wastewater sampling and testing techniques
- Water and wastewater plant operation and maintenance, including pumps, valves, chemical treatment systems, etc.
- Water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including pipes, water mains, manholes, hydrants, lift stations, etc.
- Equipment and process inspection procedures
- Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and heating systems
- Building maintenance
- Applicable legislation

**Skills**

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

- Basic mechanical skills
- Ability to operate and maintain water and wastewater equipment and systems
- Ability to work independently or as part of the team
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Decision-making skills
- Literacy skills, including the ability to read manuals
- Effective verbal communication and listening skills
- Computer skills, including the ability to use word processors and spreadsheet programs
- Effective public relations skills
- Stress management skills
- Time management skills

**Please Note**:

- **A DZ driver's license is preferred and NWI will provide training to obtain.**_

NWI requires all employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and proof of at least two valid doses will be required before employment.

**Salary**: $23.56-$28.71 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Employees must continue to follow all workplace health and safety policies and directions.

Application question(s):

- Do have you have a minimum Operator in Training certification?

Licence/Certification:

- G Drivers License (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-03-31