Process Operator/Maintenance Worker, Wastewater

Requisition ID:
Department: Infrastructure & Water Services Dept.  
Service: Water Facilities & Treatment Services  
Branch: Wastewater Treatment Branch - WET 
Employment Type: 2 Full-time Temporary - Up to one year 
Work Hours: 40.00 hours per week
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside 
Salary Information: $61, $72, annually (2024 rates of pay)
Location: ROPEC, 800 Green's Creek  
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Maintenance and Trades 
Application Close: 08/12/2025

JOB SUMMARY

The Wastewater Treatment Branch manages the operation and maintenance of the major City wastewater treatment facility and various communal treatment systems, provides technical expertise for wastewater treatment process technologies, and is responsible to protect public health by ensuring all environmental compliances and preventive and corrective maintenance are performed as required.  

You are responsible to perform routine maintenance and operation of mechanical equipment, systems, and sewage process vessels, at the City's wastewater treatment plant.  Work is performed in compliance with the provincial Ministry of Environment sewage treatment legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other governing federal, provincial legislation regulations/standards/guidelines, as well as City Policies and Procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12

Minimum of 2 years of environmental, industrial, mechanical, chemical or maintenance related work experience preferably in a water or wastewater environment.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Must obtain and maintain Ontario MOE Class 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate within the timeframe determined by the employer Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated Valid Ontario unrestricted D class driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated is an asset Must complete all required on-the-job training/certifications (e.g. WHMIS, fall arrest, confined space entry, etc.) within the timeframe determined by the employer.  KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of sewage treatment process
• Fundamentals of computerized maintenance management systems and automated process measurement and control
• Knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, physics, as well as hydraulics, mechanical and electrical devices
• Knowledge of current Provincial regulations pertaining to sewage treatment
• Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints, drawings and work orders
• Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act
• Knowledge of City of Ottawa Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of relevant corporate computer systems and applications including MS Office (Outlook, Work, Excel),MAP
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Manual dexterity and skill to use/operate various tools/equipment;
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with all levels of staff;
• Follow instructions, and work independently with minimum supervision;
• Record data in a clear, concise and accurate manner;
• Recognize maintenance concerns to prevent the need for costly repairs;
• Must be able to comply with the City of Ottawa's Respiratory Protection Policy; 
• Keen awareness of safety;
• Good listening and communications skills;
• Works well with others;
• Good attendance record;
• Conscientious;
• Dependable and alert;
• Work in confined spaces, on elevated platforms, and in other hazardous work environments;
• Work with, use and demonstrate to others on all required Personal Protective Equipment;
• Must be able to carry out all physical requirements for this position, including heavy lifting.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa's satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.  
• Driver's License Requirement:  A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver's license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated  
• You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. 
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at extension 12211 or via email at esc- 

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