Water/wastewater Operator

2 days ago

Thunder Bay, Canada PUC Services Inc Full time

Northern Waterworks Inc. provides premium water/wastewater operations to Municipal, First Nation, and corporate clients. We are a high growth company expanding rapidly throughout Ontario, now with divisions in Northwestern Ontario, Northeastern Ontario, and Southern Ontario.

The **Water/Wastewater Operator** oversees the water treatment plant(s) and water distribution system(s) to ensure water quality for residents, in compliance with Federal, Provincial, and Municipal legislation, policies, and standards. Responsibilities include collaborating with the NWI Team of Professionals across various tasks such as asset inspections and commissioning, operator relief and ORO services, emergency response, maintenance, repairs, and other professional water operator services.

**Location**:Thunder Bay or within Northwestern Ontario

**Permanent Full Time (40-hour work week)**: 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with rotational weekend and statutory holiday on-call responsibilities (24 hours/day & Overtime)

**Knowledge**
- Minimum, Grade 12 or GED. Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset.
- Must hold and maintain a valid G driver’s license.
- Valid Wastewater Treatment Operator Class 1 Certificate or higher.
- Valid Water Treatment Operator Class 1 Certificate or higher.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment. This requires basic working knowledge of electrical and plumbing.
- DZ License is an asset.
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods, WHMIS & First Aid Certification is considered an asset.
- Demonstrates a commitment to pursuing DZ License.

**Responsibilities**
- Managing wastewater treatment/ sewage treatment, and sewage collection.
- Operating and monitoring equipment I.e., Pumps, valves, filters, and other machinery involved in the treatment process.
- Compliance and reporting to demonstrate compliance with environmental standards.
- Conducting water quality test and monitoring the quality of water being treated.
- Troubleshooting any issues of equipment and perform routine maintenance tasks to keep the treatment facility operating efficiently.
- Work in accordance with established safety protocols and procedures.
- Adhere to regulatory and internal procedures and guidelines.
- Performing other duties as required.

**Attributes**
- Willing to obtain training to meet basic requirements
- Flexible to work outside normal operating hours, as required
- Capable of troubleshooting
- Mechanically & electrically inclined
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable using computers/programs (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Attention to details and quality processes.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Capacity to work in confined, noisy, or hazardous plant environments.
- This role will require frequent travel between various water and wastewater plants located in different cities throughout Ontario. The incumbent should be adaptable and prepared to navigate diverse sites, ensuring operational consistency and safety across multiple locations, sometimes in remote or challenging settings.

**What We Offer**:

- Career Growth Opportunities
- Continuous Training
- Protective Gear
- Benefit & Retirement Saving Plans (Company Matches)
- Competitive Compensation
- **We are an equal opportunity employer.**_

Posting Date: November 3rd, 2025

Closing Date: November 17th, 2025

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

Work Location: On the road

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