D/C Operator Trainee

D/C Operator Trainee

Join the Team That's Growing Healthy Communities.

Position: Distribution and Collection Operator Trainee

Department: Distribution and Collection

Reports To: Distribution and Collection Operations Manager

Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta

Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Work with Purpose. Live with Possibility.

At Aquatera, we're more than a utility provider, we're environmental leaders delivering high-quality water, wastewater, and solid waste services while building healthier communities across northwestern Alberta. As a locally owned organization and an Alberta Top Employer, we're proud to offer meaningful work, opportunities for development and growth, and a fulfilling lifestyle all within a supportive work environment. Everything we do contributes to cleaner water, a healthier environment, and stronger communities so you'll go home knowing your work truly matters. We foster a strong, supportive culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement, Aquatera is a place to grow and thrive while maintaining a positive work life balance. We're looking for passionate and diverse professionals who share our values and are committed to making a lasting impact.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a Distribution and Collection Operator Trainee for our Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection department. This job is for physically active people who get a great deal of satisfaction from doing the job right every time. Highly motivated, independent workers will enjoy the opportunity to work with small crews to accomplish big things and to support Aquatera's culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate water and wastewater mains
• Maintain and operate valves and manholes
• Maintain and operate hydrants and lift stations
• Maintain storage facilities
• Electronic inspection of sewer services
• Records maintenance
• After-hours standby schedule
• Excavator operation
• Meter installation and repair
• Meter reading
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Required Skills

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must have knowledge of distribution and collection infrastructure repair and maintenance
• Must have a minimum of six months experience in water distribution and wastewater collection or metering services
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and safety conscious
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a proven mechanical aptitude
• Must have good oral, written, and interpersonal skills, supporting our values and principles
• High School diploma or equivalent education
• Valid Canadian Provincial driver's license (Non GDL); Class 3 with Q endorsement (air brakes) is an asset
• Possession of Confined Space Entry and Standard First Aid certificates (an asset)

Travel to other locations we serve, including overnight travel may be required.

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Dental & Vision, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, RRSP matching, Health & Wellness spending account, and above average vacation benefits.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Canadian driver's license (Non-GDL), minimum Class 5 driver's license (Class 3 with Q endorsement – airbrakes – is an asset)
• Satisfactory driver's abstract
• Satisfactory criminal record check
• Pass 50 lb. fitness test
• Pass comprehensive drug and alcohol test

Ready to make a difference?

Start your journey with Aquatera Utilities Inc. Apply at This competition will remain open until October 22, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.