Utilities Operator

Avanti Software Inc.; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanti Software Inc. in Cold Lake, AB, is seeking a Utilities Operator for the Infrastructure Services Department. The role involves safe operation of water and sewer utilities, sample collection, and data reporting to Alberta Environment.

Candidates need Level II Alberta Environment certifications and a Class 3 license with Q endorsement. Hours are 40 per week, Monday–Friday, with on-call rotations. The wage is $34.78 per hour, and the position falls under AUPE Local 118/016 collective

Qualifications

• Alberta Environment Certification requirements as listed.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in utilities and infrastructure maintenance in municipal or government settings.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Class 3 licence with Q endorsement required.
• Standard First Aid, CPR, Confined Space Entry, H2S, TDG and Heavy Equipment Operator certifications.
• Strong time management, computer, communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• The safe operation and maintenance of water plant functions, water and sewer utilities.
• Ensuring safe distribution, treatment, disinfection and transmission of potable water to City of Cold Lake residences and customers.
• The repair and maintenance of water mains, sanitary and storm sewers, fire hydrants, water and wastewater systems, pump houses, lift stations and treatment facility.
• Overseeing the safe disinfection of potable water and uninterrupted transmission to customers.
• Obtaining field samples, performing lab testing, organizing data and record management, monitoring bacteriological levels, and reporting data to Alberta Environment for analysis.

Skills

Time management

Computer skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Alberta Environment Certification - Level II Water Distribution

Alberta Environment Certification - Level II Wastewater Collection

Alberta Environment Certification - Level II Water Treatment

Alberta Environment Certification - Level I Wastewater Treatment

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

With a population of approximately 17,500, Cold Lake is a city that offers a wealth of excitement, adventure and entertainment for all in any season. Hugging the southern shores of Alberta’s seventh largest lake, this recreational paradise can be accessed in summer and winter through western Canada’s largest inland marina. New housing, excellent educational facilities, a multipurpose recreational facility and a college are just a few of the highlights that truly make Cold Lake a community of choice.

Job Purpose & Responsibilities

This is a permanent, full-time position with the Infrastructure Services Department.
Reporting to the Utilities Foreman, the Utilities Operator is responsible for:

• The safe operation and maintenance of water plant functions, water and sewer utilities.
• Ensuring safe distribution, treatment, disinfection and transmission of potable water to City of Cold Lake residences and customers.
• The repair and maintenance of water mains, sanitary and storm sewers, fire hydrants, water and wastewater systems, pump houses, lift stations and treatment facility.
• Overseeing the safe disinfection of potable water and uninterrupted transmission to customers.
• Obtaining field samples, performing lab testing, organizing data and record management, monitoring bacteriological levels, and reporting data to Alberta Environment for analysis.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Alberta Environment Certification - Level II Water Distribution and Level II Wastewater Collection are required, and Level II Water Treatment and Level I Wastewater Treatment are an asset.
• Applicants who have minimum 2 years’ experience in utilities and infrastructure maintenance, in a municipal or other government setting are preferable.
• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• A class 3 licence with Q endorsement are required.
• Standard First Aid, CPR, Confined Space Entry, H2S, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Heavy Equipment Operator certifications are required while working for the City of Cold Lake.
• The Operator will have strong time management, computer, communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

More Details

Hours of work are 40 hours per week, this position is Monday-Friday with on-call rotations. The wage for this position is $34.78 per hour.
This position is within the scope of AUPE Local 118/016, and as such you will be required to adhere to articles contained within the Collective Agreement.