Job Order Detail

Description

The City of Swift Current is inviting applications for the position of Lift Station Operator in the Infrastructure and Operations Division.  This is a permanent full-time position and is under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.  

The Lift Station Operator will be required to be available when assigned to stand-by and respond to after hour call-outs pertaining to problems in any area of the department operations.  Work involves the inspection, preventative maintenance and repair of all mechanical and electrical components associated with the Citys sanitary sewage lift stations.  This position may be required to assist in other areas of the Infrastructure & Operations Division, in either emergency or non-emergency situations as directed by the Superintendent.

Basic Requirements:
    Completion of Grade 12;  
    Willingness to become Youth Certified Employer;
    Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5A Saskatchewan Drivers License;
    Possession of or ability to obtain Wastewater Collection and/or Wastewater Treatment Certification Training as required by the Water Security Agency. (Preference will be given to candidates who have completed appropriate Certification training);
    Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and possess initiative with respect to duties and responsibilities;
    Confined Space Training;
    H2S Alive Training; and
    Fall Protection Training.

Desirable Requirements:
    Experience in municipal sewage lift stations or related areas; and
    Training and/or experience relating to the operation, maintenance and repair of electric motors and centrifugal or submersible pumps.