Water Distribution Operator - Halton, Canada - Halton Region

Halton Region

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Halton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Water Distribution Operator:

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve.

Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you.

Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team

Posting ID: 1470

Department:
Public Works

Division:
Water & Wastewater System Services

Pay Range:
$32.77-$40.02 (CUPE Wage rate will be based on classification including Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Certification/License Level)

Job Type:
Permanent

Vacancies:

Six (6) permanent fulltime vacancies at the Woodlands Operation Centre, 1179 Bronte Road, Oakville
Four (4) permanent fulltime vacancies at the North Operations Centre, 8140 Fifth Line, Georgetown (Halton Hills)

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Work Location:
Woodlands Operation Centre, 1179 Bronte Road, Oakville or North Operations Centre, 8140 Fifth Line, Georgetown (Halton Hills)

Employee Group:
CUPE 2620

Posting Date:
October 30, 2023

Application Deadline:
November 15, 2023

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_CUPE Local 2620 applicants will receive first consideration for this position. _

_Please make note of the following recruitment stages and important dates that will form part of our selection process:
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_Stage 1:

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_Date:
Week of November 27
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_Stage 2:

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- _Panel interviews to take place immediately following practical component._

_Date:
Week of November 27
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Job Summary:

The Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Operator will be responsible for the support of operations in water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems to meet Provincial legislated requirements and Regional program needs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs maintenance, repairs, replacements, and installations of water and wastewater systems including water valves, sewer laterals, fire hydrants, maintenance holes, wastewater mains, watermains and water services, meters, watermain taps and related equipment.
Responds to customer inquiries, complaints and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
Completes service turn on and turn offs for customers, permits and projects.
Performs water distribution system investigations to identify and repair leaks.
Performs basic pipe fitting.
Conducts Water underground infrastructure analysis and locates.
Carries out fire flow tests on hydrants.
Performs sewer lateral and wastewater main backup clearing and cleaning.
Performs daily water quality sample tests for secondary disinfection control, and strictly adheres to sampling requirements and safe handling of materials associated with the water industry.
Assists with compiling information for work orders and reports to supervisors, management and the MECP.
Operates trucks and heavy equipment when required, including Vactor trucks for flushing and digging.
Supports other functions within the Public Works department as required.
Performs other duties, as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

Secondary school diploma and upon hire possess an OperatorinTraining certification/license.
Possession of a valid class G Ontario driver's license.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, and computer aptitude.
Strong customer service skills
Proven ability as an effective team member, with a commitment to cooperation, flexibility with coworkers, management, internal groups and the public.
Demonstration of results orientation, initiative, continuous learning, dependability, adaptability, leadership, integrity and respect, problem solving and decision making.

Preferred

Postsecondary school education and/or experience in a related civil, environmental or mechanical field.
Upon interview; possess an Operator-InTraining (OIT) level license or higher.
Experience and thorough knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems operation and components including pipes and outlying stations.
Familiarity of operating GIS, CMMS systems and ability to read technical drawings.
Possession of a valid class DZ Ontario driver's license.
Progression to level 3 and 4 certification/licensing in the operator role is selfinitiated, and includes the requirement of 900 to 1,800 hours of postsecondary or continuing education in a