Operator 1, 2 or 3 - Cranbrook, Canada - Regional District of East Kootenay

Regional District of East Kootenay

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Cranbrook, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8

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Operator 1, 2 or 3:

Columbia Valley - Windermere

Nestled within the beautiful Rocky and Purcell Mountains, in the southeast corner of British Columbia, the East Kootenay region is a four-season destination.

The region boasts unlimited year-round outdoor recreation including skiing, hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, golfing, boating, hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, mountaineering, white-water rafting and snowmobiling.

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) serves over 60,000 permanent residents and approximately 25,000 to 30,000 seasonal residents. The region is diverse, home to several unincorporated communities, eight municipalities and four First Nations communities.

The Regional District of East Kootenay is looking for an experienced Water/Wastewater Operator 1, 2, or 3 located out of the Columbia Valley Office.

Under the supervision of the Utilities Superintendent and guidance of the Operator Foreman, the Water/Wastewater Operator is primarily responsible for operating and maintaining 5 water and 2 wastewater systems.

Essential Qualifications:

Progressive experience (one to five years) maintaining water and wastewater utilities, preferably in a local government setting.
Class I, II or III Water Treatment and Water Distribution Operator Certificates.
Class I, II or III Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificates.
Possession of a Chlorine Handling Certificate.
Valid British Columbia Driver's Licence.

Key Skills & Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems and applicable government regulations.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SCADA monitoring systems.
Ability to establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with contractors, developers, applicable regulating agencies, staff, and the general public.

This is a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Union position with a starting salary hourly rate of $34.08/hr to $44.72/hr depending on qualifications.

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we invite you to submit a resume and cover letter, with references no later than
4:30 pm Tuesday, May 14, 2024, to:
Ashley Grobell, Human Resources Manager

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Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 5 years or more