Equipment Operator VIII

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift work

Weekend work

Stand-by pay

Job summary

The City of Saskatoon is seeking an Operator to operate sewer maintenance equipment including hydro-excavation and sewer cleaner trucks. You will train staff, perform safety checks, and maintain records of work performed on sewer and water systems.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, relevant operator certifications at Levels 2/3, heavy equipment training, and a Saskatchewan driver’s licence with a clean SGI record. Shift work is involved and rates are posted.

Qualifications

• Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Three years’ experience related to water or sewer systems, including one year repairing, inspecting and cleaning sewer collection systems.
• Possession of Level 2 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board.
• Possession of Level 2 Water Distribution Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be an asset.
• Level 3 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be an asset.
• Successful completion of the core training module for heavy equipment operation.
• Possession of a Saskatchewan Class 1A or 3AG Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Must comply with all safety related requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates hydro-excavation equipment, sewer cleaner truck and manhole vacuum in sewer maintenance jobs.
• Operates sewer cleaning machines and related equipment.
• Directs and trains staff in operating Sewer Cleaner Truck and manhole vacuum.
• Performs routine safety checks and servicing of equipment.
• Transports machine, equipment and crew trailers to work sites.
• Inspects and cleans manholes, chambers, sewer mains.
• Operates pumps and miscellaneous equipment as required.
• Installs road warning signs and barricades per standards.
• Responds to public and contractor inquiries.
• Performs repairs to sewer and water equipment.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed.
• Complies with safety regulations including confined space entry.
• Operates frontend loader, skidsteer and water truck.
• Participates in operator certification training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sewer maintenance

Safety procedures

Reading engineering drawings

Communication (oral & written)

Confined space entry

Physical ability

Team training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Wastewater Collection Operator Certification Level 2

Water Distribution Operator Certification Level 2

Wastewater Collection Operator Certification Level 3

Heavy equipment operation core training

Class 1A or 3AG Saskatchewan Driver's Licence

SGI driving abstract

Job description

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Term:1TemporaryFull Time position available for approximately12 months.

Closing Date: 10/08/2026

Labour Group: CUPE 859

Posting: 5761

This position is a CUPE 859 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Supervisor VI (Sewer Operations), this position operates a Sewer Cleaner Truck, Harben Truck, and Hydro-Excavation Truck to conduct required sewer maintenance and soft-digging operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates hydro-excavation equipment, sewer cleaner truck and manhole vacuum in all types of workrequiring sewer maintenance, including soft-digging operations.
• Operates sewer cleaning machines and other equipment related to sewer maintenance.
• Directs and trains staff assigned to assist in the operation of a Sewer Cleaner Truck and manhole vacuum.
• Performs routine safety checks and servicing of equipment such as fluid levels, greasing and other minor maintenance adjustments.
• Transports machine, equipment and crew trailers to and from work sites.
• Inspects and cleans manholes, chambers, sewer mains, superpipes manually, or otherwise, as required.
• Operates pumps and miscellaneous equipment as required.
• Installs road warning signs and barricades in accordance with approved standards.
• Responds to enquiries and concerns from the public and contractors.
• Performs repairs to sewer and water equipment as required.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of work performed.
• Complies with current Occupational Health and Safety regulations, including confined space entry procedures.
• Operates various types of equipment such as front end loader, skidsteer and water truck.
• Participates in on-going training, including operator certification training as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:

• Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Three years’ experience related to water or sewer systems
  INCLUDING
  One year of experience repairing, inspecting and cleaning sewer collection systems.
• Possession of Level 2 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board.
• Possession of Level 2 Water Distribution Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be an asset.
• Level 3 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be an asset.
• Successful completion of the core training module for heavy equipment operation.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 1A or 3AG Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGi demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Must comply with all safety related requirements.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of sewer main operation and maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of the correct operating procedures and practices for all equipment and tools of the sewer main maintenance trade including industrial vacuum and high pressure water jetting equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of the correct operating procedures and practices for all equipment and tools related to hydro-excavation.
• Knowledge of related Corporate safety policies, regulations, bylaws, standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as applied to sewer main maintenance, including traffic control regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to regularly and consistently attend work to ensure effective operations and service delivery.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to follow all applicable procedures and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate sewer main maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform confined entries complete with necessary fall protection equipment and air quality monitoring equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.

Additional Requirements

Applicants selected who do not fully possess the qualifications for the Operator position but possess the qualifications for the Operator-In-Training position will be placed in an Operator-In-Training position.
EO VIII - OIT Rates $31.46/hour - $32.28/hour (2026 Rates)
Shift work, weekend work and stand-by are involved.

Weekly Hours:40

Salary Range:$32.03to$34.52CADper hour (2026rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

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