Licensed Water Operator

Ontario Water Works Association; Stratford; On-site; CAD 37,195 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

City of Stratford is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Water Distribution Technician to maintain and inspect potable water systems in Stratford, Ontario. Reports to Supervisor of Environmental Services and works on SCADA-enabled distribution networks.

Requires a Diploma in Environmental Technology or Civil Engineering Technology, Water Meter Installer Certificate, DZ license, and willingness to obtain Class 3. On-call duties and compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act are essential.

Qualifications

• Three-year Community College Diploma in Environmental Technology or Civil Engineering Technology.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Water Meter Installer Certificate and a Class 3 certification.
• Diploma holders preferred; Class DZ license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, repair and control water treatment and distribution systems.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Collect and analyze water samples and conduct tests.
• Maintain logs and records of system performance and conditions.
• Respond to emergencies and support safe and compliant operations.

Skills

On-call availability

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Education

Diploma in Environmental Technology or Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

SCADA

Water meters

Spectrophotometer

Pumps

Job description

Status: Permanent Full-Time
Vacancy Type: Existing
Union/Non-union: IBEW 636
Date Posted: July 27, 2026
Hourly Salary: $27.25 – $41.46
Closing Deadline: August 14, 2026
Department/Division: Environmental Services / Infrastructure Services
Location: On-Site (Stratford, ON)

Duties:

Reports to the Supervisor of Environmental Services. Inspects, repairs, and maintains potable water distribution and supply system to ensure compliance to required standards.

Work Performed:

• Operates, monitors, repairs and controls water treatment and distribution systems including treatment plants, wells, pumping stations, reservoirs, distribution mains, valves, hydrants and meters, by use of SCADA systems.
• Inspects, monitors, and maintains pumping plant equipment including disinfection equipment, pumps, control systems and water towers – able to climb water towers.
• Performs all operational and basic routine and preventative maintenance duties for assigned facilities.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, approvals and orders, guidelines.
• Adjusts, inspects and evaluates process performance and equipment to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Conducts water testing and sampling (bacteriological and chemical) using various meters and spectrophotometer.
• Collects, maintains and transports process samples in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Carries out various test procedures and process calculations required to monitor process performance.
• Maintains logs and records pertaining to system performance and conditions in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Undertakes emergency or other repairs as required.
• Assists in maintaining a safe work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Community College Diploma (3 years) in Environmental Technology or Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent education.
• Ministry of Environment Operator Class 1 Certification for water distribution and supply would be preferred however, OIT (operator in training) classifications may also be considered. Must have a willingness and ability to obtain a Class 3 certification.
• Water Meter Installer Certificate.
• Valid Driver’s License (Class DZ).

Specialized Skills, Abilities, Training, License, Memberships, or Certifications

• Availability for on-call duty, standby and emergency calls.
• Familiarity with the Safe Drinking Water Act 2002, and all Ontario Regulations concerning water operations.
• Knowledge of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) System.

Applications will be received until August 14, 2026, at 4:30 pm.

The City of Stratford does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process.

The City of Stratford is committed to building a culture where difference is valued. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be on behalf of the community we serve. We are committed to continuously improving our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers, promote respect and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants with a diverse range of perspectives, skills and lived experiences to apply.

Accommodations are available for people with disabilities throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants should make their needs known in advance. While we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information collected in response to this advertisement is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Stratford. Please direct inquiries to the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]

Human Resources Department

City Hall, P.O. Box 818

Stratford, ON N5A 6W1