Wastewater Operator

The Full Time Permanent (40 hours per week), Wastewater Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the wastewater system (treatment, collection and pumping stations) throughout the Municipality in compliance with all applicable legislation.

**2023 Compensation**

**Less than one year of service is 90% of job rate. More than one but less than two years of service is 95% of job rate. Two plus years of service is paid at job rate.**
- Operator in Training (Paid for one or multiple OIT Class licenses): Job Rate $30.68
- Wastewater Operator I (Both Class I WW Treatment and Class I Collections Licenses): Job Rate $33.30
- Wastewater Operator II (Both Class II WW Treatment and Class II Collections Licenses): Job Rate $35.44
- Wastewater Operator III (Both Class III WW Treatment and Class II Collections Licenses): Job Rate $37.21

**Benefits and Perks**
- Employer paid Group Health, Dental and Life Insurance (after three months of employment)
- OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire
- Professional Development and Skill Based Training Opportunities
- Work-life Balance Initiatives
- Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan
- Perks and Savings Partnerships

**Key Qualifications**
- A valid Wastewater Treatment license and Wastewater Collection license is required. Operator in Training (OIT) licenses in both Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection is a minimum license requirement.
- The Municipality of Port Hope operating systems are Wastewater Treatment Class III and Wastewater Collections Class II. Where not already licensed as such, the Wastewater Treatment Class III and Wastewater Collections Class II licenses are to be attained within five (5) years of date of hire or a time frame as mutually agreed.
- Knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical maintenance field experience and knowledge of pumps and motors preferred.
- Intermediate computer skills using Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Word and Power Point) and Internet are required. Knowledge in CMMS, GIS systems and cloud-based database program (such as Citywide) would be an asset.
- Available to respond to emergencies when called; respond to site of emergency with thirty (30) minutes.
- Valid and satisfactory ‘G’ Driver’s License and Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Perform all operational, and maintenance (routine and preventative) duties in the wastewater system (treatment, collection and pumping stations) and ensure compliance with all applicable Certificates of Approvals, Provincial and Municipal Legislation, Regulations, Orders, Policy and Procedures.
- Perform daily checks and analysis on the operation of equipment and make adjustments to process controls to optimize process in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Inspect and maintain complex electronic and mechanical equipment; identify and troubleshoot malfunctions and alarms; execute repairs/replacement as necessary or assist in the repairs of the equipment.
- Utilize the computer maintenance management system to ensure operations and maintenance work is completed daily, weekly and monthly according to manufacturers recommended schedule.
- Perform related administrative duties such as: recording of actions taken (log book); recording and entering data in the computer maintenance management system; performing calculations and report writing.
- Perform laboratory sampling and testing (analysis) including nutrient concentration, solids concentration, pH and temperature, to determine biological condition of process as part of lab work to assess process effectiveness and also to determine if wastewater systems are in compliance with the Ministry of Environment (MOE) specifications (Certificate of Approval).

**Submit an Application**

**Recruitment Process**

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment. The Municipality of Port Hope is an equal opportunity Employer. Work accommodations are available, upon request, in the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $30.68-$37.21 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-04-30