Water Operator

2 weeks ago

Waterloo, Canada City of Waterloo Full time

**Accountabilities**:

- Participate in a wide range of administrative, maintenance, construction and operational activities in the wastewater section of the City Utilities Division and assist in other sections as required
- Coordinate, oversee and/or perform:

- Sewer odor source detection
- Resolving sewer blockages and identification of collapsed laterals
- Manhole inspection and rehabilitation, including infiltration repairs
- Operation of the Sewer Flusher to perform various maintenance activities including hydro excavations
- Performing inspections and various maintenance activities on Pumping Stations, including trouble shooting and wet well cleanouts
- Response to pumping station issues identified through SCADA observation or alarms
- Locates of sanitary infrastructure for internal and external agencies
- Preventative maintenance programs
- Leak detections and reduced pressure investigation
- Confined Space Entries (act as competent person for confined space entries once trained)
- Customer service support and troubleshooting in the field (i.e. Responding to concerns around wastewater and odors)
- Documentation of daily activities in daily log, diary, Maximo and/or Inframap to ensure accurate data and records are maintained
- Response to emergency situations (e.g. sewer main blockages, pumping station failure, etc.)
- Repairs to all manner of wastewater collection or water distribution infrastructure as assigned
- Various duties within the water distribution department as assigned
- Daily circle checks on vehicles and equipment
- Safe and efficient operation, care and maintenance of tools, equipment and vehicles
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) guidelines, and maintain required documentation and record keeping
- Communicate and co-operate effectively with others, respecting the values of the Corporation, both internally and externally
- Participate in the on-duty rotation (after-hours) for Operator in Charge (OIC) responsibilities in accordance with applicable certifications
- May be required to act as Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) in accordable with applicable certifications and demonstrated experience and judgment, at the discretion of management
- Provide functional and operational training as required
- Participate in team development and implementation of operational/maintenance programs to meet divisional objectives and the needs of our customers and infrastructure
- Participate in cross training in other areas of City Utilities and on various teams and initiatives as required
- Perform winter operations activities and may be required to participate in the winter control
- Other Duties as assigned

**Job **Requirements**:

- Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
- Related municipal experience is preferred
- One to two (1 - 2) years of experience in a related field involving manual/physical labour and operation of power tools, vehicles and equipment
- Valid MTO ‘DZ’ class driver’s license in good standing with driver’s abstract acceptable to the City is required to perform the job.**:

- Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) Entry-level drinking water course would be an asset
- Thorough working knowledge of wastewater collection/pumping station maintenance system standards specifications, equipment, materials, techniques and procedures
- Working knowledge of clearing blocked sewer laterals and sanitary main flushing as well as manhole inspection and lateral inspection
- Working knowledge of water mains, valves hydrants and meters (i.e. able to do valve exercising, hydrant inspection, hydrant pumping, as well as understand basic water main appurtenances) is an asset
- Working knowledge of various pieces of Public Works equipment such as Flusher truck, loaders, dump trucks and water maintenance equipment
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, in addition to actual and potential hazards associated with water and sewer operations
- Working knowledge of construction regulations (confined space, trenching, traffic control, etc.)
- Capable of performing the physical demands of the position, including lifting and kneeling on a regular basis
- Willing and able to work in an outdoor environment and actively participate in daily activities in various weather conditions
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills
- Motivated, hardworking and able to work with mínimal supervision
- Available and willing to work day, evening and weekend shifts when required
- Willingness to gain experience with computer programs such as SCADA, Inframap and Maximo
- Employees will be responsible to ensure that their certificates and licenses are kept current
- Ability to complete supplementary training related to the business unit as required (e.g. Confined Space Training, Health and Safety, Environmental, First Aid, Utility Equipment Operat

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