Operator, Water and Wastewater - Keswick, Canada - York Region
Description
Job Description:
Salary:
OIT - IV $ $46.03 per hour
POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the Supervisor, Operations, Maintenance and Monitoring (Area 5), and under the day-to-day work direction of the Senior Team Lead, performs operations and maintenance activities supporting the optimal operation of wastewater treatment plants and associated pumping stations, and the transmission system to meet Provincial Acts and Regulations and Regional standards.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs operations and maintenance activities supporting the optimal operation of wastewater treatment plants and associated pumping stations, and the transmission system; enters sewers, wet wells and treatment tanks or chambers for the purpose of performing maintenance.
- Performs routine maintenance (related to CLAIR
- Cleaning, Lubricating, Adjustment, Inspections and minor Repairs), at wastewater treatment plants and associated pumping stations, and transmission system components.
- Performs daily checks and analysis on the operation of equipment and makes adjustments to process controls to optimize effluent quality and ensure compliance with applicable Provincial regulations.
- Participates in the design, installation, commission and handover of new equipment to ensure all equipment is installed correctly and functions efficiently as per relevant asset management standards.
- Provides daily guidance and supervision of tasks appropriate to the level of certification for operators and coop students enrolled in education programs, ongoing certification or as required.
- Maintains data logs and performs inplant laboratory analysis including MECP regulatory compliance sampling and submission, in accordance with prescribed Environmental Compliance Approval, wastewater industry standards, policies and practices.
- Participates on committees, task forces or work groups as assigned.
- Participates in performance metrics planning activities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-Secondary Diploma/Certificate in Environmental Sciences (2 or 3 years) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- MECP License for Wastewater Treatment and a License for Wastewater Collection, including experience as designated by Provincial Acts and Regulations and as it applies to Area 5 Facilities.
- Demonstrated field experience working directly in water/wastewater facilities with completion of training courses and certification(s) as designated by Provincial Acts and Regulations, and field experience and certification(s) Level to the legislated standard required at the assigned facility.
- Demonstrated experience in mechanical electrical equipment and pump maintenance procedures.
- A valid Class "G" drivers' license, clear of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
- Demonstrated knowledge of system hydraulics.
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