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Under the general direction of the Operations Foreman at the Water Plants, operators are required to carry out the general work routine at two water plants, 1 water tower, 2 reservoirs and 1 pumping station in accordance with Provincial/Federal regulations and license requirements. The operators will have to perform some of their duties with some exposure to chemicals, noise and odors; heavy lifting, standing, climbing; may work in inclement weather conditions as well as at heights and in
confined spaces.
Preference will be given to those with a Level I to III Certification, however a combination of experience and/or education will be considered. Mechanical ability & water treatment experience are assets.
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Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Finding information
- Computer use
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Water Distribution Certificate (Levels I, II or III)
- Water Treatment Certificate (Levels I, II or III)
- Class V Driver's License
Additional Skills
- Perform security checks within plant and on grounds
- Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
Specific Skills
- Transport and mix chemicals, and operate equipment used to unload chemicals
- Read recording instruments to measure output and consumption levels, bacterial content, chlorine and fluoride levels
- Patrol plant to check pumps, motors, filters, chlorinators and other plant equipment
- Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the treatment and distribution of water
- Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctioning and to ensure plant systems are operating normally
- Monitor and read recording instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure plant systems and equipment are operating within prescribed limits
- Make adjustments to plant equipment and systems
- Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
- Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content
- Analyze test results and instrument readings