Wastewater Operator Jobs

About The Position

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

Benefits

• Competitive benefits that supports professional growth