Junior Operator Co-op

Corporation of the City of Sarnia•Sarnia, ON

23h•CA$20 - CA$22•Onsite

About The Position

The City is seeking a Junior Operator to join our dedicated Environmental Services team. This is a full-time Co-op position for a period of up to 4 months, working 40 hours per week. The Junior Operator assists the Operators in the operation of the Environmental Services Facilities, including wastewater and storm water pumping/lift stations, Water Pollution Control Centre, Devine Street CSO Facility, Bright’s Grove Lagoon Facilities, Compost Facility and Waste Management. Responsibilities include preparing plant effluent samples for lab analysis, process monitoring, adjusting and maintaining process equipment under the direction of a licensed operator, greasing pumps and valves, assisting maintenance and compliance staff, general maintenance and cleaning of equipment and tanks, and general facility maintenance.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an Environmental Technician/Technology program
Valid class G2 Driver’s License with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines
Operator In Training (OIT) Wastewater Treatment Certificate through the Ontario Wastewater Certification Office (OWWCO) or ability to obtain during co-op term

Nice To Haves

Highly motivated with a strong ability to work independently when required
Strong ability for compliance with instructions and guidelines
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Competent within the meaning and use of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Responsibilities

Assists the Operators in the operation of the Environmental Services Facilities (including but not limited to wastewater and storm water pumping/lift stations, Water Pollution Control Centre, Devine Street CSO Facility, Bright’s Grove Lagoon Facilities, Compost Facility and Waste Management).
Prepares plant effluent samples for lab analysis.
Performs process monitoring.
Adjusts and maintains process equipment under the direction of a licensed operator.
Greases pumps and valves.
Assists the maintenance and compliance staff as required.
Performs general maintenance and cleaning of equipment and tanks.
Performs general facility maintenance including cleaning windows, floors, kitchen and restrooms, painting, cutting grass, and other duties as assigned.