Water and Wastewater Operator

Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow._ - Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow._ **Your Impact**: Jacobs is searching for highly motivated, adaptable and communicative team players to join their project in** Lambton Shores, Ontario.** Reporting to the Lead Operator and/or Project Manager, the **Water and Wastewater Operator / Utility Locator **is an entry level position and is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations, maintenance and compliance for Municipal Water and Wastewater Systems. The incumbent will work in a team environment alongside other operators and contractors to ensure proper operation of the Municipal Water and Wastewater Systems while following all applicable regulations, legislation and procedures and the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard (DWQMS). **Here’s What You’ll Need**: - Demonstrated experience/knowledge in the repair, replacement, installation and maintenance of water and wastewater system components. - Strong knowledge of the relevant regulatory and legislative acts, codes, policies, guidelines and procedures related to water operations and maintenance - Knowledge of laboratory analytical procedures and QA/QC programs - Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints and other technical specifications - Familiarity with computers, including monitoring and operating systems (SCADA) and other operational and process data collection/reporting systems - Analytical, problem-solving, planning and scheduling skills required to effectively inspect, operate and monitor the facilities processes and equipment - Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance; take samples, interpret results and make process control adjustments to resolve operating issues - Good oral and written communication skills to liaise with a variety of people including coworkers, clients, suppliers, while keeping accurate logs and writing reports - Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative, manage multiple and changing demands and priorities while working independently and with other staff - Possess a valid Class G driver’s license throughout the course of employment - Ability to work in a physically demanding environment The position is a one year contract hire with the option of becoming a permanent full time position. Jacobs offers a competitive benefit package. - At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $13 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector._