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COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATOR

  • Montreal, QC, Canada
  • Urban agglomeration of Montreal, QC, Canada

Full-time

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COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATOR

Department: Maintenance

Status: Full-time

General Nature Of Work

A skilled position responsible for performing maintenance of the wastewater collection system; operates and transports heavy equipment; and performs related duties as required. Work is performed under indirect supervision with periodic reviews provided by a supervisor looking for results obtained, changes in work methods, and adherence to department policies.

Examples Of Work

Performs in the maintenance of the wastewater collection system by cleaning, inspecting, installing, repairing, and replacing pipe and appurtenances associated with standard operational and maintenance practices of wastewater collection system.

Operates and transports heavy equipment including backhoes, trackhoes, skid-steer loaders, and other equipment.

Repairs, rehabilitates or installs sewer lines, manholes, or other appurtenances pertaining to the wastewater collection system.

Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to, preparing reports and records, completing forms, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.

Assists with construction and installation projects as needed.

Attends meetings, training, etc. as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety.

Responsible for routinely being on-call after hours answering and responding in a timely manner to emergency calls involving District collection system on a 24-hour basis.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Note: The listing of functions and responsibilities is representative and not exhaustive. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job nor shall it be construed as giving exclusive title to every function described.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.

Minimum Of One (1) Year Related Experience.

Must possess a valid SC driver’s license with a good driving record.

Physical Demands

The work is considered medium-to-heavy in nature and requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: walking, standing, stooping, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, digging, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, and visual acuity. The position also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Working Conditions

Work environment includes indoor and outdoor work activities that may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals, disease/pathogens, confined spaces; and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

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Responsibilities

Maintains the wastewater collection system by cleaning, inspecting, installing, repairing, and replacing pipes, sewer lines, manholes, and related components. Operates and transports heavy equipment, assists with construction projects, completes related records, and responds to after-hours emergencies while following applicable safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, and a valid South Carolina driver's license with a good driving record. The role requires medium-to-heavy physical work, including recurring exertion of 20–50 pounds and occasional exertion of 50–100 pounds, as well as on-call emergency response.

Skills

  • Pipe Cleaning and Inspection
  • Pipe Installation and Repair
  • Sewer Line Rehabilitation
  • Manhole Repair and Installation
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Heavy Equipment Transport
  • Backhoe Operation
  • Trackhoe Operation
  • Skid-Steer Loader Operation
  • Construction Assistance
  • Report and Record Preparation
  • Emergency Response
  • Safety Compliance
  • On-Call Availability

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Construction
  • Environmental & Sustainability

Keywords

  • Wastewater Collection System
  • Collection System Maintenance
  • Pipe Cleaning
  • Pipe Inspection
  • Pipe Installation
  • Pipe Repair
  • Sewer Lines
  • Manholes
  • Appurtenances
  • Heavy Equipment
  • Backhoes
  • Trackhoes
  • Skid-Steer Loaders
  • Construction Projects
  • Maintenance
  • Emergency Response
  • On-Call Duty
  • Safety Standards
  • Quality Standards
  • Reports and Records
  • South Carolina Driver's License
  • Confined Spaces
  • Toxic and Caustic Chemicals
  • Disease and Pathogen Exposure

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