Water and Wastewater Operator

Job Title: Water and Wastewater Operator (CUPE Posting)

Division/Branch:   Utilities

Classification:       OIT Unlicensed, OIT Licensed, Class 1

Salary: OIT (unlicensed) $30.21/hour

OIT (licensed) $31.26/hour 

Class 1 Operator $32.77/hour

Benefits: In accordance with Collective Agreement

Hours of Work:     Monday - Friday

Position Status:    Regular, full-time

Posted Internally: January 22, 2026

Closing Date: January 29, 2026

The Water and Waste Water Operator will be responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City's Waste Water Collection and Water Distribution Systems. The individual will demonstrate initiative on a daily basis, understand the role they play within the community and have excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications:

- Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.

- Ontario Ministry of Environment Waste Water Collection Class 1 License and Water Distribution Class 1 Certificate.

- Must possess a valid 'DZ' Class Ontario Driver's License and maintain in good standing

- Must be able to understand water distribution maps and construction drawings and demonstrate the ability to perform all functions related to water distribution systems.

- Knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act as it pertains to Water Distribution Systems.

- Ability to work independently or in a team. 

- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills with a proven focus on service delivery.

- Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations specifically concerning the requirements for job hazard analysis and the development of and training on safe work procedures.

- Must be physically fit and able to lift 50lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 100lbs.

- Ability to perform manual labour for extended periods of time and willingness to work in varying climate conditions.

- Ability to get along well with others including supervisors, coworkers, members of the public and other partners in service.

- If no qualified candidates, the Employer may consider the following under fills in this order:

1. 1. Waste Water Collection OIT License and Water Distribution OIT Certificate and must successfully complete the Class 1 exam within two (2) years of from date of hire.
   2. If no certification, must have a minimum two (2) years previous work experience directly related to the repair and maintenance of water and waste water systems and must successfully obtain their OIT license within the first year of hire.

*All successful applicants will be expected to maintain licenses and certificates in good standing and obtain their Ontario Ministry of Environment Waste Water Collection Class 1 License and Water Distribution Class 1 Certificates.

Summary of Duties/Responsibilities:

- Performs a variety of assigned duties and tasks to ensure operation, maintenance, and repair of Wastewater Collection and Water Distribution Systems. 

- Performs construction and installation of new lines, existing line maintenance and repairs.

- Performs sewage pumping station maintenance and repairs.
- Operations a variety of large and small equipment, hand and power tools.

- Operates, maintains, and repairs all valves, fire hydrants, manholes, and all other appurtenances as it pertains to water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

- Troubleshoots and identifies water and wastewater flow problems. 

- Must be prepared to work overtime, be available for call-outs, emergencies and stand-by.

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.