Chief Wastewater Treatment Operator

City of Windsor

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Windsor is seeking a Chief Wastewater Treatment Operator to join their Pollution Control Department. This role reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for operating the LRWRP and/or LRPCP Plants, directing plant operators, monitoring and adjusting plant processes and equipment, and maintaining plant data. The position also involves monitoring pumping station telemetry, handling public complaints, performing tests and analyses, operating plant equipment, and acting as the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) when designated. The role requires regular walking, standing for long periods, climbing ladders, entering confined spaces, coordinating with contractors, assisting other Environmental Services Divisions, and observing safety regulations. The Chief Wastewater Treatment Operator will also perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program and other related duties as required.

Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency
Four (4) years of formal training (minimum two (2) years post-secondary education and two (2) years as stipulated by the Ministry of the Environment in accordance with O. Reg 129/04)
Over six (6) years of experience as a Wastewater Treatment Operator
Class IV Wastewater Treatment Certificate from the Ministry of Environment
Specialized courses relevant to the position
Current valid and lawful Class ‘G’ Driver’s Licence in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act
Provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment
Complete a post-offer agility test
Wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Be fit-tested to SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) and respirators

Responsibilities

Operate alone, or with Wastewater Treatment Operators, on a rotating shift basis, the entire controls of the LRWRP and/or LRPCP Plants
Direct plant operators in the operation, preventive maintenance, cleaning and housekeeping of all allied equipment and facilities
Regularly inspect and monitor plant processes and equipment and make adjustments as necessary
Record, log and/or otherwise input plant data into the plant record-keeping system
Exercise equipment, rotate equipment operation, monitor and ensure correct operation of all plant equipment
Monitor pumping station telemetry equipment to ensure proper operation of all stations and report alarms or abnormal operating conditions
Receive, log and report complaints from the general public
Perform a variety of tests and analyses required to properly monitor and maintain the sewage treatment processes
Start, stop, adjust, control and otherwise operate plant equipment and processes, locally at the equipment, via relay switches, or through an Operator Interface Terminal, as appropriate
Operate as the ORO (Overall Responsible Operator) for the Plant while designated the Chief Operator
Perform regular walking and standing for long periods of time, climbing ladders and entering tanks and other confined spaces as required
Coordinate with contractors
Assist other Environmental Services Divisions as necessary
Observe safety regulations at all times and maintain amiable relations with the public and fellow staff
Perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program
Perform other related duties as required