Distribution and Collection Operator a

**Section**: Distribution and Collection

**Division**: Linear Infrastructure Services

**Department**: Growth and Development

**Initial Reporting Location**: Frobisher Depot

**Job Status**: Permanent Position

**Affiliation**: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

**Hours of Work**: 80 hours bi-weekly

**Shift Work Required**: Yes

**Range of Pay**: $33.74 to $38.16 per hour

**The start date will follow the selection process.**

**Characteristic Duties**:Under the supervision of a Foreperson.

• Act as Operator-In-Charge and assume responsibility for the operation and maintenance of CGS’s distribution and collection system facilities and infrastructure.
• Responsible for conducting investigations concerning immediate problems and complaints in any phase of CGS’s water/wastewater operations as directed.
• Make immediate repairs or adjustments when qualified to do so, or report to or acquire action by qualified personnel to rectify the situation.
• Complete logbook entries and comprehensive reports on all investigations.
• Responsible for overseeing the activities of a crew engaged in minor construction and maintenance projects.
• Required to do light work along with overseeing the crew.
• Collect samples, perform routine lab tests and document results.
• Direct and instruct other operators and/or train junior employees in the safe and efficient operation of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• Applicants must possess and maintain, at a minimum, Water Distribution Level I certification and Waste Water Collection Level 1 certification. This is a provincially legislated requirement.
• Higher levels of certification considered a definite asset.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in water/wastewater operations.
• Able to effectively complete M. M. M. S. Crew Cards.
• Prepare reports and exercise good judgement in dealing with emergency conditions and with the general public.
• Able to communicate effectively with mobile radio equipment.
• Must be able to read and interpret key plans such as as-built drawings, standard plans and specifications and associated equipment operating manuals.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.
• Complete knowledge of streets and roads within CGS.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence, and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must provide, at own cost, a Criminal Record Check.

**How To Apply**

We must receive your resume **before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025.** For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are

.doc

• .docx
• .txt
• .pdf
• .rtf

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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