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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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Water/ Wastewater/ Trades Supervisor
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Saskatchewan
Closing: 05/31/23
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Water/Wastewater/Trades Supervisor

Prince Albert National Park, Parks Canada – Waskesiu Lake, Saskatchewan

 

$70,088 starting to $85 272 (currently under review)

 

Parks Canada Agency is looking for an experienced and certified water professional. This position is also responsible for supervising the trades (electrical/plumbing/carpentry).

Schedule is Monday to Friday 7.5hrs per day, but must be prepared to work weekends, overtime and statutory holidays as required/scheduled.

 

Duties not limited to; but include planning, supervising, overseeing water/wastewater operations and technical services for the safe and reliable operation of water/wastewater treatment and distribution/collection facilities.

Coordination the delivery of asset maintenance services and multiple capital re-capitalization projects at the park level.

Leads multi-disciplinary work teams, manages contracts and budgets.

 

To qualify the candidate will have or be eligible to obtain certification in Water Treatment Level 3, Water distribution Level 2, Wastewater treatment Level 1, Wastewater collection Level 2. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in operation of a Class 2 or 3 water treatment facility. As well as personally connecting with people, strives for excellence, and exercises sound judgement.

 

This position is open to persons who work or reside in Canada and are legally entitled to work in Canada. This position requires a Parks Canada reliability security screening including a criminal record check and a valid class 5 drivers license or equivalent.

 

A more detailed description can be made available, upon request.

 

To apply please forward resume, cover letter and 2 work references by May 31, 2023 to:

 

Christine Hamilton

Asset Manager ll

Prince Albert National Park

Waskesiu Lake, Sk

Christine.hamilton@pc.gc.ca

306-663-4549

 

Senior Technologist, Regional Systems, District Operations, Operations & Engineering Division, Saskatoon (English River)
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Saskatchewan
Closing: 05/31/23
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Short Description

Senior Technologist, Regional Systems District Operations
Operations & Engineering
Saskatoon

$34.73 to $43.40 (Pay Grade 9)

SaskWater is looking for Certified Wastewater Level 3 operator in Saskatoon to join our team. This position requires you to be working in a new Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) wastewater plant. You will undertake operation and maintenance work within an assigned regional water and wastewater system. The regional water and wastewater system may include SaskWater or client owned water treatment, wastewater treatment, water distribution, water transmission, wastewater collection and open canal conveyance and/or reservoir systems.

Job Duties

Undertakes operational duties including performing optimization, diagnosis and evaluation of the complex processes associated with a diverse complement of water and wastewater treatment facilities in a regional water and wastewater system. Performs required laboratory and field testing and water and wastewater sampling. and collects and records and compiles applicable data. Performs calibration, operation, and maintenance of on-line analyzing equipment. Installs system works, service connections and related equipment. Performs flow and pressure control testing and maintenance on existing connections. Performs line locates for contractors and undertakes leak, pump and motor repair and maintenance. Performs canal and reservoir operation and maintenance to ensure adequate water supply and flood control and operates site specific maintenance equipment as required.

Responds to operational issues as requested by customer service to ensure necessary work is completed and undertakes follow-up as requested.

Conducts field inspections of works to monitor performance and identify maintenance requirements. Hires and oversees contractors and/or trades people to perform operation and maintenance work.

Assists in preparing required operational, maintenance, regulatory and status reports, and related technical documents. Assists in collecting and compiling monthly consumption and water quality information as required under the Permit to Operate. Performs relevant technical calculations and prepares the applicable reports, technical documentation, and drawings. Assists in investigating system enhancements and/or improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Trains and provides direction to staff on safe and efficient operational and maintenance procedures and proper instrumentation monitoring methods and techniques and undertakes other technical assignments as required.

 

Qualifications

To qualify, you will have a diploma in Water Resources Engineering Technology or a similar technical discipline. Eligibility for certification as an Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or Certified Technician (C.Tech) is required. A Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required. Where applicable, a valid Saskatchewan operator’s license for the appropriate vehicle class of equipment within a district is required.

In accordance with the Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Program, certification in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment must at a minimum meet the facility level of certification for the district.

In addition to the above qualifications, the job requires 4 years of experience in the following areas:

  • Working knowledge of water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection and

    wastewater treatment and open canal conveyance and/or reservoir processes; and regional system operation and maintenance procedures including pipeline, pump, control valve and canal repair.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, outside agencies and the public and develop and maintain a positive corporate climate.

    Special Requirements: The position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Record Check and Drug and Alcohol test. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license is required.

    Application Deadline May 31, 2023

    To Apply

    Please indicate where you learned of this opportunity and send a resume and cover letter to:

    SaskWater
    Human Resources Consultant Email: hr@saskwater.com

    SaskWater offers competitive wages and an attractive benefits package. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    SaskWater values workplace diversity and is committed to maintaining an inclusive and respectful workplace.

 

Senior Technologist, Special Services (Relief Operations), Operations & Engineering Division, Wakaw
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Saskatchewan
Closing: 06/01/23
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Job Title: Senior Technologist, Special Services (Relief Operations)
Organizational Unit:Special Services
Division: Operations & Engineering
Location: Wakaw
Salary: $32.03 to $40.03 per hour (Pay Grade 8)

Short Description

SaskWater is looking for an experienced and certified water professional to join the Special Services team within the Operations division. This position requires significant travel, where you will be working approximately 70% of the time in SaskWater facilities around the province.

Working a set 8 days on, 6 days off shift, you will work in SaskWater owned and operated water treatment plants, distribution systems and wastewater facilities across the province. In addition, you will deliver the corporate meter program, and perform backflow prevention testing, underwater inspections using a remote operated vehicle, and leak detections services as well as undertaking other technology support activities.

Job Duties

Undertake operational duties including performing optimization, diagnosis and evaluation of the processes associated with the applicable water and/or waste water treatment facility; participate in commissioning of new facilities; perform required laboratory and field testing and water and wastewater sampling throughout an assigned cluster of water and wastewater systems; collect and record applicable data including data compilation and generating reports; perform calibration, operation and maintenance of on-line analyzing equipment; install system works, service connections and related equipment; perform backflow testing; perform flow control, pressure control and maintenance on existing connections; perform line locates for contractors by examining and identifying system locations from blueprints and technical documents; undertake manhole, pipeline and valve maintenance including leak repair; remove and install pumps and motors of various sizes for repair and maintenance; assist in operating site specific maintenance equipment as required; perform operational duties within the SCADA control center and provide remote monitoring support to Operations field personnel during regular and after hours activities ensuring compliance with established corporate and occupational health and safety procedures.

Deliver the corporate meter program to ensure all systems have access and are provided with the necessary data and assets to provide accurate pressure and flow records, including compiling and verifying water consumption, and use data collected manually or electronically in accordance with established procedures ensuring accuracy and security of the information collected; provide water consumption and use data to the appropriate corporate billing unit in approved formats as per established corporate procedures; identify and report data discrepancies and issues to the unit managers; purchase, install and monitor water use metering equipment including performing necessary operational tests, ensuring needed equipment repairs are undertaken and inventory supplies are maintained; and perform EAM Asset Management work order entry.

Respond to operational issues as requested by customer service to ensure necessary work is completed and undertake follow-up as requested; conduct field inspections of works to monitor

performance and identify maintenance requirements; hire and oversee contractors and/or trades people to perform operation and maintenance work; assist in preparing required operational, maintenance, regulatory and status reports and related technical documents; perform relevant technical calculations in both the field and office and prepare the applicable reports, technical documentation and drawings; and assist in investigating system enhancements and/or improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Participate in coordination of water quality monitoring schedules within all districts in accordance with established corporate protocols to meet provincial and corporate regulations; compile and verify water quality data in accordance with established procedures ensuring the accuracy and security of the information collected; prepare written and graphical reports and related documentation monthly, quarterly and annually or as requested; submit reports to the District Supervisor and District Manager identifying issues and, as requested, undertaking any needed follow-up; undertake the quarterly collection of water quality samples in accordance with established legislative and corporate procedures and compile, verify and report on data findings and train other employees in the use of related software applications; and perform inspections of corporate underwater infrastructure.

Perform site-specific pressure and flow tests in accordance with established corporate and industry standards; prepare written and graphical reports and related documentation for use by Engineering and Operations employees; purchase, install and monitor related testing equipment including performing necessary operational tests, ensuring needed equipment repairs are undertaken and inventory supplies are maintained; perform leak detection on distribution systems and prepare reports for communities, as required; provide engineering technology services in support of corporate construction and maintenance activities; and provide other technical assignments, as required.

Qualifications

To qualify, you will have a two-year technical diploma; preference will be given to candidates with a Water Resources Engineering Technology diploma. Certification as an Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or Certified Technician (C.Tech.) is required to be obtained. In accordance with the Operator Certification Board requirements, or existing industry reciprocity agreements, certification at the appropriate levels in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment are required to be obtained. A Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

In addition to the above qualifications, the job requires 4 years of progressively more responsible experience in the following areas:

• Working knowledge of water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection and wastewater treatment processes; and regional system operation and maintenance procedures including pipeline, pump and valve repair.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, outside agencies and the public and develop and maintain a positive corporate climate.

Special Requirements: The position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Record Check and Drug and Alcohol test. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license is required.

Application Deadline

June 1, 2023

To Apply

Please indicate where you learned of this opportunity and send a resume and cover letter to:

SaskWater
People & Culture
Email: hr@saskwater.com

SaskWater offers competitive wages and an attractive benefits package. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SaskWater values workplace diversity and is committed to maintaining an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Part-time Wastewater Sampling Technician
Position Type: Part Time
Location: Saskatchewan
Closing: 06/24/23
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Salary: $30–$45 an hour
Job type: part-time, Casual
Shift & schedule: Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 3 pm

Aureus Solutions is seeking a Technician to conduct pre-scheduled and on-demand
wastewater (outdoor, sanitary and storm collection system grab samples) for approximately 3
– 4 sampling events (visits) per year at 8 hours per day, depending on demand. Pre-scheduled sampling can be organized on your schedule but must be conducted during normal working hours (Mon.-Thurs. 9 am-3:00pm). On-demand sampling can be scheduled with a significant amount of flexibility, according to the technician’s personal schedule. Sampling will be conducted between June and December 2023 in Saskatoon.

No provincial license is required, though 2 years of wastewater sampling experience are
required.

This role is an ideal match for someone looking for a part-time 2nd job or someone who is
semi-retired.

This role will be supported by our Water and Wastewater Operations Manager and the Project
Coordinator.

Must be eligible for security clearance, including a valid police check. Ability to remove a
manhole cover is required.

Additional work is available, if interested, in potable water sampling (3 days between June 1st and July 31st).

About Aureus
For 16 years, Aureus has helped organizations manage ongoing risks and responsibilities
associated with environmental compliance and water/wastewater treatment.
These areas can be challenging for organizations to completely manage internally due to
rapidly changing requirements, project-based tasks, and variable resource requirements.
We help clients manage and optimize these risk areas, in a cost-effective manner, so they can
focus on their core business.

Responsibilities
• Schedule (with Project Coordinator) and complete quarterly, semi-annual, and/or
annual pre-scheduled wastewater sampling. Sampling effort will vary but may require
between 3 - 4 sampling events (visits) annually.
• Schedule and complete on-demand sampling, as requested. Schedule will be flexible,
and response time is not immediate and can be coordinated around technician’s
schedule, within reason.
• Travel to site for sample collection. Travel times can vary depending on the sampling
location. Government mileage rates or rental car can be provided.
• Conduct outdoor, domestic wastewater and stormwater sampling according to
corporate procedures
• Identify and take corrective actions for sampling and sample handling challenges
• Communicate with facility staff in a polite and supportive manner
• Represent Aureus in a professional manner

Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with wastewater sampling techniques
• Wastewater provincial license would be an asset, but not required (non-municipally
regulated water distribution system sampling)
• Ability to work with off-site supervision
• Ability to lift >30 lbs (sample coolers, manhole covers)
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and in a team environment
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check
• Valid driver license and reliable automobile