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Operator, Water & Wastewater
- Beaumont, AB, Canada
A salary range of $66,060.80 – $86,216.00 per annum (based on experience and qualifications) · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- A salary range of $66,060.80 – $86,216.00 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
- Job type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Experience
- 5 years’ experience in a municipal background pertaining to infrastructure including water and sewer
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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The Water & Wastewater team is looking for an Operator who will be responsible for operating and maintaining the municipal water facilities, wastewater collection system, and drainage facilities. The person we’re looking for is service focused, has excellent communication skills, and always has safety top-of-mind.
What You’re RESPONSIBLE for:
- Maintain Alberta Environment certification, keeping accurate and detailed records
- Maintain and operate water distribution systems, including pump houses
- Inspect residential and commercial water and sewer systems, addressing any water concerns and complaints
- Assist in subdivision and infrastructure inspections
- Sanitary sewer and storm water sampling and testing
- Maintain and monitor outflows and the operation of storm water lift stations
- Deliver exceptional customer service to residents
- Follow all health and safety policies and procedures
- Support and assist other service areas when needed
- Other duties as assigned
- Certified Water and Wastewater Technician (NAIT graduate or equivalent)
- Minimum Level II Wastewater Collection Certificate & Level II Water Distribution Certificate. If there are no qualified candidates possessing Level 2 certifications, applicants with Level 1 certifications may be considered at a lower level.
- 5 years’ experience in a municipal background pertaining to infrastructure including water and sewer
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable safety related legislation, regulations, guidelines, standards and best practices
- Other applicable training: Confined Space Certificate, H2S Alive Certificate, Standard Level C First Aid and CPR, and WHMIS
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
- Experience with Cityworks or other service request tracking software is considered an asset
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, technical abilities, and problem-solving skills
- Meet the shift requirements; shifts rotate seven days a week and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. This position also requires participation in an on-call list and on-call rotation
- Meet the physical requirements, including lifting heavy equipment and materials up to 23 kilograms (50 lbs.), adhering to long periods of standing and sitting, working in all weather conditions, etc.
- Provide a clean criminal record check
- Provide a driver’s abstract that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour
- Adhere to all safety standards and promote the organization’s health and safety program
- Keep detailed, accurate records in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Work and communicate effectively with the Operations team, management, other city departments, and residents
- A salary range of $66,060.80 – $86,216.00 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
- Employer paid Health and Dental benefits package
- Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account
- Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre
- Enrolment in Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
- 40-hour work week (some evening and weekend work may be required)
- And an amazing team to work with!!
The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. This means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Any persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, careers@beaumont.ab.ca
Information For Applicants:
- Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only. If you have any difficulties, please reach out to our HR department
- We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
- Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a criminal record check.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain municipal water facilities, water distribution systems, wastewater collection, and drainage infrastructure, including pump houses and stormwater lift stations. Inspect systems, conduct sampling and testing, address resident concerns, maintain accurate records, and follow safety procedures while supporting other service areas as needed.
Requirements
Applicants need a Water and Wastewater Technician qualification or equivalent, at least Level II wastewater collection and water distribution certificates, and five years of municipal infrastructure experience; Level I certificate holders may be considered at a lower level if no qualified Level II candidates are available. The role also requires a valid Class 5 driver's license, safety knowledge, strong communication and computer skills, ability to meet rotating and on-call shifts and physical demands, and successful pre-employment screening.
Skills
- Water Distribution System Operation
- Pump House Operation
- Water and Sewer System Inspection
- Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Sampling
- Stormwater Lift Station Monitoring
- Recordkeeping
- Customer Service
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Cityworks
- Infrastructure Inspection
- Confined Space Safety
- Class 5 Driving
Benefits
- Employer-Paid Health and Dental Benefits
- Health, Wellness, and Learning Spending Account
- Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre Membership
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- Government & Public Sector
- Trades
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Water and Wastewater Technician
- Level I Certification
- Municipal Infrastructure
- Water Distribution
- Wastewater Collection
- Water Facilities
- Pump Houses
- Sanitary Sewer Sampling
- Stormwater Sampling
- Stormwater Lift Stations
- Subdivision Inspections
- Infrastructure Inspections
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Confined Space Certificate
- H2S Alive Certificate
- Standard Level C First Aid and CPR
- WHMIS
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Cityworks
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer Service
- Recordkeeping
- On-Call Rotation
- Criminal Record Check
- Driver's Abstract