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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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Water Treatment Plant Operator
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta
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City of Medicine Hat

Job Title: WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR Annual Base Hours: 2080 Employee Group: IBEW GENERATION Division: DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE Department: ENVIRONMENTAL UTILITIES Rate of Pay: Step 1 - $40.99 Step 2 - $46.12 Step 3- $51.26 Step 4 - $56.36 NOTES: This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Water Treatment Plant Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of equipment associated with the production and distribution of the municipal water supply, as required, for the City of Medicine Hat and area. This position is also responsible for treatment of the waste stream created by the water treatment process, before being returned to the river. This includes making operational decisions to maintain water quality to meet all applicable federal and provincial regulations to protect public health. This position requires quick decisions in trouble situations to prevent upsets and maintain the integrity of the City's potable water system. On occasion this position is involved in providing support to Power Plant operations. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports directly to the Superintendent - Water Treatment. Maintains relationships with Environmental Utilities Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Operators, and administration staff. Maintains relationships with Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians, mechanical maintenance, engineering and administration staff and Power Plant staff. Maintains working relationships with the other Water Treatment Plant Operators. Supervises casual summer staff. Work performance is subject to City and department policies; applicable government legislation and safety procedures; utility bylaws and work procedures. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS/ACCOUNTABILITIES: Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of equipment as well as daily and other routine maintenance. Responsible for the continuous monitoring and calibration of equipment to ensure compliance with approvals and established quality guidelines. Required to troubleshoot and take corrective action to prevent upsets and to control the effects of any upset. Required to assist in the training of new operators and other Water Treatment Plant Staff. Plans, participates in, and completes other projects, experiments, and research of new or different technology or processes as assigned. Ensures accurate completion of operational, maintenance and other records necessary to ensure Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) Approval and plant process requirements are being met. Ensures by written and verbal communication, that administrative and maintenance personnel are kept informed regarding the plants' operational and mechanical status. Performs sampling and laboratory tests, as required. Required to properly batch, mix and handle chemicals as required. Ensures that all safety and environmental Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to, and work standards are observed. Arranges for short term coverage of unexpected operator vacancies (i.e., illness, etc.) Ensures that all safety, environmental and operational Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to, and work standards are observed. Performs routine cleaning, painting and other general plant maintenance duties as assigned. Performs grounds maintenance duties as assigned. Assists with equipment maintenance scheduling by attending maintenance planning meetings and ensures proper safe out for maintenance work. Monitors the Water Distribution System to establish accurate system demand requirements and adjusts plant operation and fill rates for the major reservoirs to meet system demand while balancing production. Initiates call out for Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Operators based on SCADA alarms. Required to meet all Alberta Environment and City requirements to maintain and renew water treatment certification. Initiates call out for maintenance personnel when unscheduled maintenance work is required outside of regular working hours. Able and Willing to respond to emergency situations and call outs within a reasonable time frame. Must have the ability to wear Respiratory Protective Equipment. Performs other duties, as assigned. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Must have the ability to successfully complete the Alberta Level III Water Treatment Certificate. Sound knowledge of current practices, materials, tools/equipment and methods used in Water Treatment Plant operations, laboratory and maintenance. Sound knowledge and skill in the proper and safe operation of plant vehicles, equipment and tools. Sound knowledge of water treatment distribution systems to establish operating and pumping parameters. Sound knowledge of plant heating, ventilation, electrical and instrumentation / control and SCADA systems. Sound knowledge of the principles of supervision. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and have mechanical abilities. Working knowledge of applicable safety regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Alberta Environment regulations and City Approval documents. Ability to understand manufacturers and engineering documents, specifications and drawings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to operate a personal computer for SCADA, operational record keeping and reporting, and planning maintenance functions. Must possess a good working knowledge of software used for plant operational record keeping and reporting, such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, CMMS, and Hach WIMS and other City-specific software as required. Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to train and direct assistants in safe and effective operations and maintenance activities. Ability to perform heavy physical work. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Successful completion of Grade 12 or high school equivalency diploma with a minimum of Math 30 and Chemistry 30. Must possess a Level III AEPA Water Treatment Certificate. Valid Class 5 operator's license and an acceptable driving record Must hold a valid Standard First Aid Certificate and WHMIS certification. An equivalent combination of management approved training and experience may be considered. Required to obtain an Alberta Level III Water Treatment Certification within the time frame outlined below. This includes the completion of an assigned study program. Progress as defined by the Operations Manager, or WTP Superintendent must be achieved within the defined period set in offer of employment period, and as outlined in the Collective Agreement. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Plant Certification requirement is: Alberta Environment Water Treatment Level III Certification requirement progression is as follows: LEVEL I Must have successfully completed Grade 12 education or high school equivalency diploma (minimum Math 30, Chemistry 30). Operating experience and/or certification is desirable. Minimum 12 months of operating time required. AEPA Certification Level I (certification must be achieved within 18 months). Sacramento Water Treatment Book 1 or City equivalent if required by management. LEVEL II Minimum of 12 months of operating time required after obtaining Level I. AEPA Certification Level II within 24 months of achieving Level I. Sacramento Water Treatment Book 2 or City equivalent if required by management. LEVEL III Minimum of 12 months of operating time after obtaining Level II plus 2 years of DRC (Direct Responsible Control) plus 90 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or 2 years of post-secondary education in an AEP approved field. AEPA Certification Level III within 36 months of achieving Level II. Sacramento Utility Management or City equivalent if required by management. LEVEL IV Minimum of 12 months of operating time after obtaining Level III plus 3 years of DRC (Direct Responsible Control) in a class 3 plant or higher, plus 180 Continuing Education Units (or a combination of CEUs and DRC) or 4 years of post-secondary education in an AEP approved field. AEP Certification Level IV. RELIEF OPREATIONS FOCUS SUMMARY Certification Notes: Once Level III Certification is achieved, as well as proven knowledge of plant operation specific to the Medicine Hat plant, this position may rotate into a relief operations role as required. The specific focus of this role is outlined on an attached summary. Includes all duties as outlined in the Water Plant Operator Job Description. Provide shift coverage as required for WTP Operations staff. Plan, participate in and complete special projects / duties / experiments and QA/QC as assigned. Must have the ability to analyze overall plant performance and make recommendations for improved efficiency and performance.

Senior Utilities Manager
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Saskatchewan
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Position Title: Senior Utilities Manager Department/Division: Public Works

City of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

Scope: Exempt – Out of Scope Core Purpose of Position The Senior Utilities Manager is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the City’s Utility and oversight of the Water Treatment Plant, Waste Water Treatment Plant and Water and Sewer operating divisions. Major Duties and Responsibilities • Supervise, schedule and manage the performance of managers and supervisors in the Utilities work group. • Develop and recommend operational and capital budgets with division managers in alignment with City and Utility strategic direction and ensure that budgets are tracked and appropriately administered. • Create and implement short term and long term plans for the Utility area. • Analyze progress on strategic plans, annual Utility priorities and capital projects; and implement necessary adjustments with Utility Managers to operations and maintenance programs. • Respond to inquiries from the public, media or City Council related to operations and/or other items of relevance to the Public Works Department. Key Behavioural Competencies Accountability • Demonstrates personal accountability for overall performance expectations and results of their current position. • Incumbent takes appropriate levels of responsibility for the actions and performance of Direct Reports. • Works in a collaborative manner to implement corrective action when appropriate. Commitment to Achievement • Demonstrates a personal commitment to excellence and a focus on attaining organizational goals and objectives. • Demonstrates clear standards of expectations of others. • Demonstrates stronger orientation to the achievement of organizational goals than to their own personal achievement Communication • Communication, written or verbal, is clear, concise, direct and purposeful. • Listens actively and fosters two-way communication. • Seeks to understand before being understood. • All communication with peers, superiors and subordinates is respectful and appropriate to the situation. Team Leadership • Demonstrated ability to work as an enthusiastic and positive team member in a results oriented environment. • Strong coaching, mentoring and staff development skills. • Strong performance management skills (plans the work and works the plan). • Develops and communicates a clear, inspiring and relevant direction for the department and for the team. • Demonstrates overall strong management and leadership skills • Sees employee development as a key role in leadership Customer Centric • Demonstrates a customer centric approach in performance of duties. • Demonstrates development and maintenance of strong working relationships, internally and externally, as required to effectively perform duties. • Demonstrates effectiveness in dealing with the public in adverse situations in a professional constructive manner. Adaptable/Flexible • Demonstrates ability to adapt to changing business needs and work requirements in a timely and effective fashion. • Demonstrates ability to initiate change in direction procedure and/or priorities as the work or business environment may require. • Demonstrates ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people in a wide variety of environments. Political Acumen • Demonstrates an ability to understand the conventions, structure, functions & objectives of local government as it relates to the effective functioning of the position and the department. • Performs work functions with due consideration to the political environment within which we work • Demonstrates awareness of potential political consequences or implications of certain situations and courses of action. Qualifications (Education, Training, Experience) • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with P.Eng status; or • Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology with 10 Years’ experience and A.Sc.T designation or an equivalent combination of education and experience • 5+ years progressive management experience in a municipal environment Key Knowledge, Technical Skills and Abilities • Strong understanding of all applicable environmental reporting and practices. • Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial regulatory acts and regulations. • Knowledge of bylaws, policies and procedures specific to the City of Prince Albert. • Knowledge of current OH&S standards and regulations. • Ability to effectively use a variety of computer programs, including drafting, database, word processing , spreadsheet and presentation software. Organizational Relationships Reports To: Director of Public Works Supervisory Responsibility: ☒Yes ☐No Direct Reports: ☐1-3 ☒4-7 ☐8 or more Date Profile Last Reviewed: September 2024 Please submit all applications online at: https://www.citypa.ca/en/city-hall/jobs.aspx

Superintendent, Waste Water Treatment Plant
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Alberta
Closing: 10/31/24
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City of Medicine Hat

Superintendent, Waste Water Treatment Plant

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Superintendent - Wastewater Treatment Plant Permanent, Full time, On Site In Medicine Hat, you'll enjoy countless opportunities to experience the great outdoors in the near-endless sunshine we're so famous for. And here at the City of Medicine Hat, you'll have a chance to build a challenging and rewarding career servicing your neighbors and your community. This leadership role provides guidance and ensures regulatory compliance to maintain the reliable treatment of wastewater. Our ideal candidate: Has thorough knowledge in leadership, planning, scheduling, coordinating and quality assurance in wastewater treatment plant operations & maintenance. Has experience in business planning, operating & capital budgeting, & monitoring & reporting. Has working knowledge of industry & City regulations, acts, & approvals. Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills and have demonstrated your ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external staff.  https://medicinehat.prevueaps.ca/jobs/25094

Water and Sewer Manager
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Saskatchewan
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Water and Sewer Manager - City of Prince Albert 

Position Overview: The Water and Sewer Manager is tasked with the leadership and oversight of the Water and Sewer Division, within the Department of Public Works, to supervise and oversee the construction and maintenance activities required to maintain the integrity and condition of the City’s water, storm sewer and waste water infrastructure. The Water and Sewer Manager will be responsible to lead staff in the deployment of these services, as well as set the direction and be responsible for the effective deployment of Water and Sewer maintenance and construction activities in accordance with all regulatory requirements, industry best practices, customer service and public safety. Principle Duties & Responsibilities: Provide leadership to the Water and Sewer Division, supervising and scheduling work, and managing the performance of employees in order to meet the division goals. Monitor operation of the Water and Sewer system, ensuring all safety, operational and maintenance activities are scheduled and completed. Investigate and respond to various Water and Sewer issues forwarded through City Council, senior administration and public inquiries. Ensure reports to the Water Security Agency, and any other regulating bodies are completed and submitted accurately. Develop and recommend budget requirements for the Water and Sewer Division, and monitor and track expenses. Assist in the planning and implementation of utility water and sewer projects and liaise with external consultants providing services in this area. Responsible for maintaining the City’s water and wastewater systems in compliance with all regulations and operating permits. Identify and propose short term and long term plans to be considered for future operating or capital budgets. Required Qualifications: A minimum 2 years post-secondary education in an applicable technical field and 5 years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification Water Distribution level 3 and Waste Water Collection level 3 or the ability to obtain in a reasonable period of time. 5 years progressively responsible work experience A minimum of two years supervisory experience. Key Knowledge, Technical Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of engineering principles related to water distribution and waste water collection processes, equipment and procedures. Knowledge of federal and provincial regulatory acts relevant to water distribution and waste water collection. Knowledge of bylaws, policies and procedures specific to the City of Prince Albert. Knowledge of current OH&S standards and regulations. Ability to effectively use a variety of computer programs, including word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.   Posted: Sep. 24, 2024 

Job Number J0824-0827  https://www.citypa.ca/en/city-hall/jobs.aspx

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Waterworks Operator
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Saskatchewan
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Town of Wynyard - Waterworks Operator

Assisting in the effective management, operation, and maintenance of a Trident II Water Treatment Plant Class II, and Water Distribution System Class II, Wastewater Collection System Class II, and Wastewater Treatment System Class I.

Please apply at wynpw@sasktel.net