Treatment Plant Maintenance Operator

City of St. John's; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Canada is seeking a skilled Water Treatment Operator to oversee operations at the Bay Bulls Big Pond Water Treatment Plant. Responsibilities include monitoring the water treatment process, performing maintenance on various equipment, and ensuring compliance with Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a Journeyman Certificate in a related trade, and a minimum of Level III certification in Water Treatment Operations. This position is considered safety-sensitive and requires a valid Class 5 Drivers License.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years experience in water treatment or a related field.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Must have a valid Class 5 Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Bay Bulls Big Pond Water Treatment Plant.
• Collect samples and interpret water analysis.
• Monitor and adjust the water treatment process as necessary.

Skills

Knowledge of water treatment processes

Ability to perform maintenance on water treatment equipment

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Effective communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman Certificate (preferred Millwright)

Level III Certification in Water Treatment Operations

Tools

Gas chlorinators

Water pumps

Welding and cutting tools

Job description

Our City, Our Future

St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Supervisor, Water Treatment, this position is primarily responsible for the operation of the Bay Bulls Big Pond Water Treatment Plant and Regional System. Maintenance duties will be assigned on an as needed basis.

Accountabilities

• Collect samples and interpret water analysis.
• Replenish chemicals as required.
• Perform plant process control analysis.
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust water treatment process.
• Evaluate characteristics of source water.
• Must be able to interpret Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines and comply with drinking water regulations.
• Compare treated water with Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines.
• Evaluate and maintain equipment, and perform housekeeping duties of all water facilities.
• Perform security, and safety procedures.
• Operate, maintain and repair equipment such as gas chlorinators, various water pumps, electro-pneumatic equipment, mechanical screens, pressure reducing valves, air compressors, pumps, fans, shafts, mechanical couplings, various mechanical drives, diesel engines, valves, piping, mechanical seals, and hot water heating systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance programs on plant equipment; basic gas welding, cutting & safe rigging.
• Safely use and maintain shop tools and equipment and comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Carry out inspections and keep records of operations and monitor activities in the protected watershed.
• Other related duties including manual labour as directed by the supervisor.
• Perform routine janitorial servicing of the main control room, ozone rooms and all other chemical areas.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school supplemented by the successful completion of a Journeyman Certificate in a related trade, preferably as a Millwright, and have a minimum of five (5) years experience in this field. The successful applicant must also possess a minimum of Level III certification in Water Treatment Operations. Appointments may be made of an applicant who possesses a certificate lower than Level III in Water Treatment Operations provided they can meet the Provincial requirements to obtain a Level III certificate in Water Treatment Plant Operations. Preference will be given to the Red Seal Journeyperson candidate with Level III Certification in Water Treatment Process.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform maintenance and repairs to various water treatment plant equipment and systems such as, but not limited to, chlorine systems, ozone disinfection systems, oxygen generation systems, carbon dioxide systems, dual media rapid gravity filters, and pH adjustment systems.

The City’s selection procedure may include testing and does include a requirement that the successful candidate pass a medical and physical assessment. Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License.

This position is considered safety-sensitive.

Hours of Work

Regular hours of work are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm / 4:00 pm – 12:00 am (80 hours bi-weekly). Work schedule is subject to change periodically and may include 8 or 12 hour shifts, including weekends. Must be available to work full or partial shifts as required.

Union

Applicants must be members of the Newfoundland Association of Public Employees, Local 7808, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.

This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.