Wastewater Treatment Operator - Class II, III & IV

City of Windsor•Windsor, ON

15d•CA$36 - CA$39•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Windsor is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator - Class II, III & IV to join their Pollution Control Department. This position reports to the Chief Wastewater Treatment Operator and assists in the operation of the LRWRP and/or LRPCP Plants. The role involves carrying out preventative maintenance, cleaning, and housekeeping of equipment and facilities. Operators will inspect and monitor plant processes, make adjustments, record data, and ensure correct operation of all plant equipment. They will also receive and report public complaints, perform tests and analyses to maintain sewage treatment processes, and operate plant equipment locally or via an Operator Interface Terminal. The position requires assisting other Environmental Services Divisions, observing safety regulations, and maintaining positive public and staff relations. Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program will also be performed, along with other related duties as required.

Requirements

Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma, plus two (2) years of post secondary education from a Community College (recognized programs include Engineering, Power Engineering Technology, Industrial Apprenticeship Programs, Science) or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency
Must hold a valid Class II, III or IV Wastewater Treatment License in accordance with Regulation 129/04 under the Ontario Water Resources Act
As a condition of employment, must pass Ministry of Environment Certificate examinations, to progress to a Class IV Certification in Wastewater Treatment as per the C.U.P.E. Local 82 Collective Agreement, Pollution Control Branch, Certification Procedure
Must pass the mechanical comprehension test designated by the Corporation
Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class ‘G’ Driver’s License for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle, and provide a driver’s abstract
Must complete a post-offer agility test
Must wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and be fit-tested to SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) and respirators
Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with work

Nice To Haves

Wastewater Treatment Operators must progress in Certification level to a Class IV by obtaining the necessary experience and passing the Certification examinations
A Class III exam must be written prior to completion of one (1) year at a Class II rate, subject to exam availability
A Class IV exam must be written prior to completion of one (1) year at a Class III rate, subject to exam availability

Responsibilities

Assist in the operation, on a three shift rotating and/or single shift basis, of the controls of the LRWRP and/or LRPCP Plants or portion thereof
Carry out the preventative 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
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 relays switches, or through an Operator Interface Terminal, as appropriate
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