Water/Wastewater Operator

KEEWAYTINOOK OKIMAKANAK•Dryden, ON

1d•CA$70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Keewaytinook Okimakanak (KO), meaning ‘Northern Chiefs’ in Oji-Cree, is a non-political Chiefs Council serving six First Nations communities. Governed by the Chiefs of these member First Nations, KO provides advisory and assistance services. The Public Works team collaborates with public works managers and staff from First Nations communities, focusing on technical infrastructure aspects like water and wastewater management, power generation, and major capital projects. This role involves performing operational tasks and maintenance for assigned facilities, ensuring safe and efficient treatment processes, and complying with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Minimum Class II Water Treatment Operator Certificate
Class I Wastewater License
Good working understanding of the latest technologies in the Water and Wastewater industry
Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with various types of tools
Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Willingness to develop and grow troubleshooting skills on the job
Clean Driver's Abstract required to operate company vehicles

Nice To Haves

Training and certification in Confined Space Entry (CSE), Working at Heights, First Aid, Lock-Out Tag-Out, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Post Secondary School Technical Training
Experience working with First Nation communities and people

Responsibilities

Perform all operational tasks and maintenance (preventative and corrective) duties for assigned facilities, including daily rounds, system monitoring, housekeeping, regulatory sampling, and deliveries to the lab.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to describe operational items to the public, clients, government agencies, suppliers, contractors, and internal staff.
Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, approvals, orders, and guidelines.
Adjust, inspect, and evaluate process performance and equipment to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
Operate, monitor, and repair surface Water Treatment Plants, Distribution and Supply Systems, Pumping Stations, and Reservoirs, including PLCs, instrumentation, control systems, and related appurtenances.
Operate, monitor, and repair wastewater treatment plants of varying complexity, including RBCs, Lagoons, Septic Systems, Sewage Pumping Stations, and manholes.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions independently, make necessary repairs using manuals, and seek input from peers via telephone or computer (Teams, Skype, Zoom).
Collect regulatory water and wastewater samples (bacteriological, chemical, and effluent), complete Chain of Custodies, and transport them to laboratories.
Conduct in-house laboratory work using handheld monitors (colorimeters, spectrophotometers).
Carry out process changes to optimize treatment performance.
Comply with the on-call rotation schedule, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays, and respond to alarms at various sites.
Interpret Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Process and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs), review, create, or update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and assist with asset data collection for CMMS.
Maintain logs and records pertaining to system performance and conditions.
Assist in maintaining a safe work environment by using appropriate PPE and completing required Health and Safety training.
Promote a positive working environment and maintain professional relationships with clients and member First Nations.