Systems Operator/locator - Chatham-Kent, Canada - Chatham-Kent

Chatham-Kent

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Chatham-Kent, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has an opening for a permanent Systems Operator/Locator.

Job description

Essential responsibilities

Demonstrate Chatham-Kent's core values and competencies

Provide locates of underground/buried infrastructure, complete with drawings to contractors, utilities and individuals

Perform pre and post-construction inspections including photographs and reports

Collect data from field using GPS equipment or layout data in field

Inspect new water services installed from curb box to house including trench depth, pipe type and any appurtenances

Perform regulatory water sampling, trouble shooting and maintenance in the field for existing and new infrastructure

Occasionally check curb boxes at residences to ensure no connections have been done illegally

Operate valves and hydrants

Operate leak detection equipment

Operate curb box locator and line tracing equipment

Prepare as-constructed sketches/drawings of infrastructure

Ensure the security of the water/wastewater facilities and systems

Perform basic routine and non-routine maintenance including repair and replacement of equipment as required, including the treatment, distribution and collection systems

Ensure conformance with DWQMS (Drinking Water Quality Management System) and compliance with Certificates of Approval, regulations and guidelines

Coordinate the acquisition of quotes for supplies and services according to the municipal purchasing policies

Ensure personnel safety regulations, procedures and standards are strictly observed

Operate water and wastewater facilities on an as needed basis

Essential qualifications

Secondary school diploma, plus post-secondary education in an environmental, construction or civil engineering related field

Three or more years of related experience

Excellent knowledge of all facets of a water distribution system and a wastewater collection system

Knowledge of equipment used to locate underground/buried infrastructure

Sound knowledge of standards established by Ministry of the Environment, PUC policies, procedures and contingencies and applicable regulations.

Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations

Knowledge of municipal purchasing policies

Ability to read engineering drawings and mapping software programs

Must be able to communicate effectively with the public and by the use of logic, tact and diplomacy, be able to respond effectively to those concerns

Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the services provided

Knowledge of Trimble GPS equipment

Working knowledge of the following software programs: ESRI's ArcGIS, Geocortex, JD Edwards (or other related work order software program)

Other qualifications

Diploma in a computer related course an asset

Training courses in damage prevention for utilities an asset

Certifications, memberships, licenses

Water Treatment Class 1 Certificate or OIT

Wastewater Treatment Class 1 Licence or OIT

Work environment/hours of work

This position will work both indoors and outdoors.

This position works weekdays; and may be required to work on-call after hours and on-call on weekends
Employees designated for on-call duties must be available within 45 kilometres of their home plant/facility

COVID-19 Vaccination

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent no longer requires a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Although it is not mandatory to be vaccinated, it is highly encouraged.

Driver's licence/vehicle requirements

Background check requirements

Essential physical and/or safety requirements

Physical coordination and dexterity to use hand tools such as drills, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.

Testing equipment used to troubleshoot systems; manual dexterity to operate computers and equipment such as locator wand, etc.

Attention to detail for short periods of time when taking readings; ability to shift focus quickly in response to emergencies or other priorities in the workplace; maintaining focus on multiple tasks with varying priorities, deadlines and demands

Physical strength to manipulate, move and reposition equipment; regular lifting of materials and equipment weighing 4 to 9 kg and occasional lifting of equipment up to 34 kg; frequent standing for prolonged periods of time; working in confined spaces
Frequent exposure to loud noises from equipment; working outdoors in excessive cold, hot or adverse weather conditions; working with hazardous chemicals

Benefits:

This permanent full-time position will receive benefits including participation in the OMERS pension plan (mandatory), vacation entitlement and a comprehensive benefit package that includes life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short
- and long-term disability, extended health and dental benefits following the successful completion of a 3-month waiting period.
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The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair