Equipment Operator, Wastewater Treatment

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental body in Fort McMurray is seeking an Equipment Operator for Wastewater. The role involves operating various heavy equipment, maintaining logs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and experience operating loaders and tandem trucks, alongside a valid Class One Operator’s License. Join a committed team that values health and safety while serving the community.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions is essential.
• Ability to keep simple records and communicate respectfully with co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of equipment including quad wagons, loaders, and forklifts.
• Maintain daily operation equipment logs and perform minor servicing.
• Collect samples and complete training on equipment as needed.

Skills

Ability to operate a variety of equipment

Attention to detail

Strong observational skills

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

General math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Loaders

Tandem trucks

Forklifts

Skidsteers

Snow removal equipment

Job description

About The Department

Step into a career that’s grounded in action and driven by purpose. At the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, our Environmental Services team is at the heart of sustainability and safety. Whether you're operating advanced water treatment systems or managing solid waste and underground infrastructure, you’ll play a vital role in protecting public health and the environment.

General Description

Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator, Wastewater operates and maintains assigned equipment in wastewater operations including but not limited to loaders, tandem trucks and quad wagons, skidsteers, forklifts, and snow removal equipment, in compliance with all applicable bylaws and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various equipment such as quad wagons, loaders, tandem trucks, forklifts, skidsteers, and snow removal equipment.
• Complete pre/post-inspections, maintain daily operation equipment log detailing condition of equipment, perform minor servicing, and report any maintenance and operational issues to the Supervisor.
• Load truck and wagon with compost and take to landfill.
• Collect samples and deliver to lab as required.
• Mix compost materials with loader, ensuring to use correct ratios.
• Fill compost tunnels and place tunnels in proper phases.
• Remove snow around wastewater and water facilities.
• Complete training on equipment and participate in the RMWB training program as required by operations.
• Complete Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs) and incident reports as required.
• May be required to carry out general labour duties.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards, signage, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and applicable safety precautions as per municipal and industry standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply equipment manuals, diagrams, operating procedures and work plans.
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills, especially while driving and operating equipment.
• Ability to understand/follow verbal and written instructions, keep simple records, communicate respectfully with co-workers, and work effectively in a team environment.
• General math and numeracy skills.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of experience in the operation of loaders and tandem trucks with quad wagons is required.
• Compost Facility Operator Certification is an asset.

Other Requirements

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
• A valid Class One (1) Operator’s License is required as incumbent may be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use on a regular basis.
• Q-endorsement (Air Brakes) is required.
• Equipment field testing and/or competency testing will be required as part of the interview evaluation.
• Must be willing to work outside in all conditions.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.

Safety

As an employee of the Regional Municipality Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, and immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

To Apply

Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca. Current employees must apply through the internal careers site. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.