Utility Treatment Technician, Water Treatment, Rural

3 weeks ago


Fort McMurray, Canada Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Full time

**Requisition ID**:2388
**Affiliation**: CUPE Municipal
**Position Type**: Temporary Full Time
**Fixed Term Duration**:Approximately twelve (12) months
**Number of Openings**:1
**Bi-weekly Working Hours**: 84 hours bi-weekly

**Department/ Branch**: Environmental Services, Water Treatment
**Job Location**:Fort McMurray
**Pay Level**:Rate of pay is based on the level of Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (EPA) Water Treatment Certification; see below rates
**COLA**:Bi-Weekly - $480
**Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy)**:19/11/2023
**Posting Type**:Internal and External

The pay rate is based on the EPA Water Treatment Certification level:
**Utility Treatment Technician Level I - Pay Level 6**

Market Rate: $48.83

**Utility Treatment Technician Level II - Pay Level 8**

Market Rate: $52.40

**Utility Treatment Technician Level III - Pay Level 11**

Market Rate: $57.37

**Utility Treatment Technician Level IV - Pay Level 13**

Market Rate: $61.65

**GENERAL DESCRIPTION**:
Reporting through various levels and types of supervision, the Utility Treatment Technician, Water Treatment, performs daily activities relating to controlling the water treatment process, which impacts the quality of potable water. This may include the performance of safe work practices, maintenance, laboratory, administration, or duties with respect to reservoirs and pumping stations. The incumbent must work to ensure compliance with various municipal, provincial, and federal regulations at all times. Good judgment is required to maintain a positive impact on regulatory compliance, municipal operations, municipal image, and the health of residents.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
The Utility Treatment Technician (UTT) includes five levels that are differentiated based on the Water Treatment Certification level held by the UTT from Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (EPA); these include: Trainee (no certification), Level I, Level II, Level III, and Level IV.

Job responsibilities accumulate from the trainee designation level to the maximum certification level acquired by the UTT. Utility Treatment Technicians are required to complete the responsibilities listed for certification levels below their specific level, as necessary to carry out the duties of the position. Due to the collaborative nature of the work, UTTs may also perform responsibilities listed for levels above their own certification level, provided it falls within the scope of their current EPA certification, competency as confirmed through training, or under the technical direction of a UTT of a higher level.

In addition to the responsibilities listed under the UTT Water Treatment Level III, a UTT Water Treatment Level IV also has the below responsibilities:

- Participate in the establishment and maintenance of long
- and short-term plans for the various water programs.
- Assist with developing operational changes to align with the branch strategic goals.
- Collaborate with external contractors and consultants for facility improvement and growth projects.
- Act as the water treatment representative by providing technician guidance on strategic assignments and programs, including collaboration with the engineering department and special study work with external organizations.
- Communicate with EPA and other government agencies to inform and report on escalating situations.
- Perform other related duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**:

- Skilled in the operation of machines, tools and mobile equipment used in municipal water treatment facilities under varying conditions.
- Proficiency in the use of various sampling and testing equipment and instruments.
- Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions and read and interpret blueprints, drawings, plans and specifications.
- Communicate respectfully with co-workers and ability to maintain cooperative and productive working relationships.
- Demonstrate dependability and reliability by having the ability to work with varying levels of supervision, including some tasks with no direct supervision.
- Must be familiar with methods and procedures, quality and safety standards relative to each job being performed as per Municipal and industry standards.
- Math and numeracy skills for calculations relating to volume, flow, velocity, chemical dosage, consumption, etc.
- UTT Level II to IV must demonstrate technical leadership skills and the ability to coordinate and prioritize work activities as stipulated by EPA Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) requirements.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**:

- High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Water Treatment Certification is required.
- Level IV, Water Treatment Certification, is preferred.
- Level I - III Water Treatment Certification may be considered.
- Years of experience as per EPA certification experience requirements.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**:

- Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
- A valid Class five (5) Operator’s License


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