Water - Water Operator - Distribution - Class I

This posting is due to a vacancy. 

Position:         Water Distribution Operator, Class I

Salary:            $36.44 to $38.16 (2026 rates)

Union:             IBEW

Reports to:     Supervisor - Water Distribution and Collection

Purpose of Position:

Reporting to the Supervisor - Distribution and Collection, the Water Distribution Operator Class I will be involved in all aspects of maintaining the municipal water distribution system. This includes maintenance work on water mains, water services, water meters, fire hydrants, valves, backflow prevention devices, trucks and equipment. This position is responsible for the installation of water mains and appurtenances, water services, water meters, and backflow prevention devices. Must complete all regulatory training under Ont. Regulation 128/04, familiar with all Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent GED plus completion of 2 year Environmental Technician program
• Must have Class I Water Distribution license
• 12 months water distribution plant experience
• Experience with the application of technical math, water sampling, lab techniques, reading and working with engineering drawings, working with maps
• Valid Ontario G level driver’s license
• Valid Ontario DZ level driver’s license
• Traffic Control and Book 7
• Experience with computer applications in a Windows environment including MSOffice
• Must obtain acceptable police clearance
• Willing to obtain a Class II Water Distribution Certificate considered an asset

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of application of technical math, water sampling, lab techniques, reading and working with blue prints, working with maps.
• Knowledge of cross connection and control, back flow devices
• Familiar with Drinking Water Quality Management Standards, regulations and requirements
• Must have knowledge and awareness of compliance to legislative and regulatory requirements with water distribution
• Must be able to understand the operating conditions.

Major Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair water mains, water services, water meters, fire hydrants, valves, backflow prevention devices, trucks and equipment.
• Conduct regularly scheduled and ad-hoc inspections of the distribution lines, and valves and ensure they are maintained and inspected in accordance with the Ontario Water license, MOECC and other governing legislation and according to approved standards and practices.
• Assist in the installation of water mains and appurtenances, water services, water meters, and backflow prevention devices.
• Repairs to water meters
• Perform water locates as needed
• Paint hydrants.
• Conduct line and hydrant testing, flushing and maintenance.
• Weed control around fire hydrants and appurtenances.
• Restoration of lawns.
• Clean all equipment and working environment in accordance with the established procedures and health and safety regulations
• Assist in inventory activities.
• Collect and deliver water samples.
• Perform routine checks, scheduled maintenance and keep accurate logs and records in accordance with established procedures
• Equipment and instrument maintenance and repair or replacement as needed.
• Interpret and read maps and blue prints
• Prepare and complete work orders according to established procedures and create detailed reports on repairs and maintenance or maintenance logs and in accordance with health and safety requirements
• Report any incidents of non compliance to the DWQMS.
• Report any near miss or injuries to Supervisor immediately.
• Report any hazards to the Supervisor immediately.
• Must participate in training as prescribed by the Corporation.
• Must comply to the Drinking Water Quality Management System.
• May be requested to work on winter control and snow removal with Public Works
• Adhere to the OHSA as well as the Municipality of Lakeshore’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures including WHMIS.
• Assist with various special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Effort & Judgement

• Under the general supervision of the Supervisor - Water Distribution and Collection, and Manager - Water.
• Operate tools and equipment safely
• Work is performed within established guidelines of Municipal policy and provincial regulations

Physical Activity

• May be lifting over 20 lbs.
• Bending, stooping, work above shoulder, walking, standing, sitting and climbing

Accountability & Leadership

• Dependability, punctuality and a sense of responsibility
• Accountable to performance as required under the Clean Drinking Water Act, DWQMS, Water certification, etc.

Contacts & Interpersonal Skills:

Interpersonal skill to liaise with management and the public in a friendly and co-operative manner.

Internal Contacts:

• Supervisor - Distribution and Collection, Manager – Water, Executive Director - Infrastructure Services as well as coworkers 

External Contacts:

• Contractors, engineers, public in obtaining and exchanging information

Working Conditions & Hazards:

Environment

• Works outside, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Required to work in all weather conditions.
• Driving around the municipality is required.

Control over Work Schedule

• Hours of work 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (40 hours per week); Monday to Friday
• On call rotation subject to the terms of the collective agreement with IBEW Local 636
• Overtime as specified in the Collective Agreement with IBEW Local 636

Updated: May 2019

Core Competencies

Accuracy & Attention to detail	Teamwork	Communication
Customer Service	Organization	Prioritization
Technical knowledge