D/C Operator I

Aquatera Utilities Inc • Grande Prairie, AB

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently recruiting a distribution/collection operator for our water distribution and wastewater collection department. This job is for physically active people who get a great deal of satisfaction from doing the job right every time. Highly motivated, independent workers will enjoy the opportunity to work with small crews to accomplish big things and to support Aquatera’s culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent education
• Speak, read and write English
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to do physically strenuous work in all weather conditions
• Possess and exhibit strong safety acumen
• Able to work independently and complete all assigned jobs
• Must be a team player
• Ability to use computers and electronic equipment
• Knowledge of applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved with the operation of equipment
• Valid Canadian driver’s license, minimum of Class 5, Class 3 with air endorsement preferred
• Legally entitled to work in Canada without limitations
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract
• Satisfactory criminal record check
• Pass 50 lb. fitness test
• Pass comprehensive drug and alcohol test

Nice To Haves

• post-secondary training in water and wastewater (NAIT, NWP)
• Experience with water/wastewater infrastructure
• Certification in water distribution and wastewater collection
• Possession of confined space entry and standard first aid certificates
• Mechanical inclination

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate water and wastewater mains
• Maintain and operate valves and manholes
• Maintain and operate hydrants and lift stations
• Electronic inspection of sewer services
• Records maintenance
• After-hours standby schedule
• Excavator operation
• Water meter installation and electronic meter reading
• Water turn on/turn off
• Must participate in the stand-by rotation

Benefits

• Compensation and benefits are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED