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Careers in Water & Wastewater

The handling of water and wastewater is an increasingly important profession in today's environment-conscious society. Water and Wastewater Operators serve their community by providing a safe drinking water supply and reliable sanitation services. It is a stable career, with positions available in communities of all sizes.

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Intermediate Operator, Drinking Water Distribution (DWD) Operations and Maintenance
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Closing: 07/07/25
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City of Calgary
Intermediate Operator, Drinking Water Distribution (DWD) Operations and Maintenance
Full Time

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great 
place to make a living, a great place to make a life. 

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring 
process, upon request. 

As an Intermediate Operator (DWD), you will be responsible for a variety of activities and tasks within the operation of the drinking water system. You will direct, coach and mentor Junior Operators. Provide direct supervision on site (medium to low-risk activities) to ensure that work is performed efficiently, safely, within the time allotted and in accordance with standards, and may direct others of an equal or lower classification to 
perform duties to complete work at the site. Primary duties include: 

• Assess site-specific conditions to conduct an analysis of risks, impacts, safety, dependencies, resourcing. 
• Use sources of information including legislative and regulatory standards to develop and apply solutions. 
• Plan, organize and delegate maintenance activities to the appropriate personnel ensure system is maintained according to legislative and regulatory standards. 
• Perform planned/unplanned maintenance and repair activities on the drinking water distribution system. 
• Ensure the work is compliant with standards, regulations, and best practices. 
• Provide coaching and mentoring on maintenance activities for Junior Operators and other staff. Report to Supervisors and leaders on crew performance and development. 
• Monitor, triage and respond to 311 calls, including completing repairs or directing work to the appropriate level. 
• Monitor work done on the system, provide feedback for system and process improvements. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

For more information on Qualifications, Working Conditions and Pre-employment Requirements and Compensation please see City of Calgary job info sheet.

Senior Operator, Drinking Water Distribution (DWD) Operations & Maintenance
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Closing: 07/07/25
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City of Calgary
Senior Operator, Drinking Water Distribution (DWD) 
Full Time 

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great 
place to make a living, a great place to make a life. 

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 

The Senior Operator is the lead operator for the repair, replacement, installation, and maintenance activities within the water distribution system. This position leads on site to analyze and determine course of action for complex activities where there is a risk to water quality and/or public health. Their knowledge of the system as a whole and the site-specific conditions is imperative to the decision-making process. This position is the "Field Expert" role on the water system.

As a Senior Operator you will be assigned lead operator (partnered appropriately with an Intermediate Operator, Junior Operator and/or Utility Worker) for medium to high risk operations and maintenance activities on the water distribution and transmission system. Primary duties include: 
• Perform operations, maintenance and repair activities on the drinking water system. 
• Assess site-specific conditions to conduct an analysis of risks, impacts, safety, dependencies, resourcing. 
• Use sources of information including legislative and regulatory standards to develop and apply solutions. 
• Plan, organize and delegate maintenance activities to the appropriate personnel to ensure system is maintained according to legislative and regulatory standards. 
• Ensure the work is compliant with standards, regulations and best practices. 
• Provide coaching and mentoring on maintenance activities for intermediate and junior operators. Report to supervisors and leaders on crew performance and development. 
• Monitor work done on the system, provide feedback for system and process improvements. 
• Other duties as assigned. 
For further information on Qualifications, Working Conditions, Preemployment Requirements and Compensation, please down load job info sheet.

Drinking Water Distribution Operations Maintenance Technician
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Closing: 07/02/25
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City of Calgary
Drinking Water Distribution Operations Maintenance Technician
Full Time

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. Reporting to the Manager of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) in Drinking Water Distribution (DWD), as the DWD O&M Technician you will play a significant role in supporting the Utility's priorities of ensuring water quality, service reliability and adequate fire protection for our customers. As a water quality subject matter expert for DWD, the DWD O&M Technician you will be responsible for responding to and resolving 311 water quality inquiries from citizens, which includes detailed troubleshooting and may result in dispatching crews for flushing or water quality sampling. Primary responsibilities include: Provide the coordination between DWD O&M and the Water Quality Services lab for water quality sample results, customer communication, data tracking, crew scheduling and work prioritization for water distribution systems operations. Plan, schedule and monitor water quality preventative maintenance tasks on the drinking water system. Compile monthly and annual regulatory reports, track and report on annual leak detection, water pressure and water quality statistics. Prepare and perform PowerPoint presentations related to system operations to frontline employees. Assist with project scheduling and record keeping for critical water system work and shutdowns. Assist with the advancement of programs such as the Drinking Water Safety Plan, and Critical Customer Strategy. Play a key role in coordination and delivery of the annual Tap Water Sampling program for lead services (includes preparation of letters, responding to inquiries, scheduling sampling appointments, preparation of results letters and scheduling follow-up reporting). Qualifications A completed 2 year diploma related to water quality, water distribution, chemistry or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in customer service and in working with drinking water frontline operations. A Water Distribution Operator Level 1 Certification would be an asset. An understanding of drinking water systems and regulations pertaining to the City of Calgary's drinking water system. Success in this position requires applicants to hold safety as a value, as working safely is critical in all tasks performed and, in all decisions, made. Pre-employment Requirements Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Union: CUPE Local 38 Business Unit: Water Services Position Type: 1 Permanent Location: 651M 25 Avenue SE Compensation: Pay Grade 8 $37.77 - 50.50 per hour Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle. Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week Audience: Internal/External Apply By: July 2, 2025 Job ID #: 312186