Senior Utilities Operator - Water & Wastewater (On-site)

Okotoks, AB; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Okotoks is seeking a highly motivated Utilities Operator 3 to join the Water team within the Operations & Utilities Division. This role reports to the Team Leader and will operate, maintain, inspect, and repair water distribution and wastewater systems, and oversee water treatment facilities.

Qualifications include High School with specialized training and Alberta Environment Level 3 certifications, with asset recognition for Level 3 wastewater certification.

Qualifications

• Equivalency to High School Education with specialized training recognized by a certificate.
• Alberta Environment level 3 certification in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, or Wastewater Collection.
• Level 3 wastewater treatment certification is considered an asset.
• Post-secondary certificate/diploma relating to water/wastewater is considered an asset.
• Ability to work flexible hours and participate in the stand-by rotation.
• Highly developed analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong team and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, inspect and repair Level 3 water distribution, wastewater collection, and water treatment plants; Level 4 wastewater treatment facility and infrastructure.
• Collect samples, conduct laboratory analysis, and ensure QA/QC standards.
• Service wastewater and water infrastructure including sampling, monitoring, residuals management, and testing.
• Complete daily work permits and field level hazard assessments (FLHA).
• Collect data for monthly regulatory and operational reporting as required.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day operations and develop corrective actions.
• Perform Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) duties including operational decision-making.

Skills

Experience 4+ years

Alberta Environment L3 certification

L3 wastewater certification asset

Water/wastewater certificate/diploma

Flexible hours & standby rotation

Analytical & decision-making

Team & collaboration

Education

High School education with specialized training

Post-secondary certificate/diploma in water/wastewater

Job description

The Town of Okotoks is seeking a highly motivated Utilities Operator 3 to join the Water team within the Operations & Utilities Division. This role reports to the Team Leader and will operate, maintain, inspect, and repair water distribution and wastewater systems, and oversee water treatment facilities.

Qualifications include High School with specialized training and Alberta Environment Level 3 certifications, with asset recognition for Level 3 wastewater certification.