Water/Wastewater Operator

6 days ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Jacobs Full time $34,400 - $55,040 per year

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.

Your impact

Jacobs is searching for highly motivated, adaptable and communicative team players to join their project in
Goderich, Ontario.
Reporting to the Supervisor and/or Project Manager, the
Water and Wastewater Operator
is responsible for a variety of tasks. The Water/Wastewater Operator 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).

Candidates should have a desire to learn about water and wastewater operations and be enthusiastic about upgrading their skill set by successfully obtaining high level licenses. It is expected that the successful candidate will develop a good working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems and computer software applications utilized to operate and maintain the system and provide reporting. The incumbent will be required to respond to after hour calls and alarms associated with the Town's Water and Wastewater Systems.

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
  • Some form of water and/or wastewater certification
  • Possess a valid Class G driver's license throughout the course of employment

Posted Salary Range Minimum

34,400.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

55,040.00

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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