Utility Operator, Permanent Full-Time

Startdate; Hamlet of Lac la Biche; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary information included

3 weeks vacation

12 personal health days

EFAP - Telus Health

LAPP Pension Plan

Dental and health benefits

Social club

Work-life balance

Job summary

Lac La Biche County is seeking a full-time Utility Operator to maintain water, sewer, and related systems. The role includes daily checks, preventive maintenance, responding to alarms, and on-call rotation in the Lakeland Region.

The position offers a competitive salary and a strong benefits package, with opportunities for professional development in a community known for its lakes and outdoor recreation.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of related utility experience.
• AWWOA Level I WD/WT/WWC/WWT preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Journeyman trade and related utility tickets are assets.
• Natural Gas Utility Operator Level 1 asset.
• Basic computer skills including SCADA, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily equipment checks to ensure proper operation within the utility system.
• Performs procedure and preventative maintenance tasks as required.
• Respond to public and operational alarm calls to troubleshoot issues and take corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain the treatment, distribution and collection systems as per provincial and federal legislation.
• Perform daily laboratory samplings and analysis.
• Participates in “on-call” rotation as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Journeyman trade asset

Gas utility knowledge

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Driver's License

Job description

Lac La Biche County is an organization driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast paced and fulfilling work environment. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it is also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches!

We continuously strive to remain an employer of choice by offering a strong health and safety program, competitive pay, amazing benefits, opportunities for professional development, as well as many wellness initiatives that support a work/life balance. We also take pride in maintaining high standards surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace.

Purpose of the position

The position will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Conducts daily equipment checks to ensure proper operation within the utility system.
• Performs procedure and preventative maintenance tasks as required.
• Respond to public and operational alarm calls to troubleshoot issues and take corrective actions
• Operate and maintain the treatment, distribution and collection systems as per provincial and federal legislation.
• Perform daily laboratory samplings and analysis.
• Participates in “on-call” rotation as needed.

Lac La Biche County is an organization driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast paced and fulfilling work environment. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it is also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches!

We continuously strive to remain an employer of choice by offering a strong health and safety program, competitive pay, amazing benefits, opportunities for professional development, as well as many wellness initiatives that support a work/life balance. We also take pride in maintaining high standards surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace.

Purpose of the position

The position will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Conducts daily equipment checks to ensure proper operation within the utility system.
• Performs procedure and preventative maintenance tasks as required.
• Respond to public and operational alarm calls to troubleshoot issues and take corrective actions
• Operate and maintain the treatment, distribution and collection systems as per provincial and federal legislation.
• Perform daily laboratory samplings and analysis.
• Participates in “on-call” rotation as needed.

Please see attached Job Description for further detail.

Qualifications:

• A Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of related utility experience (water, sewer, natural gas and storm)
• AWWOA Level I certification in WD, WT, WWC & WWT is preferred
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Related Journeyman Trade would be an asset.
• Related utility tickets would be an asset (Line Locating, PE Fusion, RMO).
• Natural Gas Utility Operator level 1 would be considered an asset.
• Basic computer skills, SCADA, MS Word, Excel, Outlook
• Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

The successful candidate will require a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Drivers’ Abstract (documents must be dated within a 6-month period).

Position details

• Full-time permanent position, 2080 hours annually,40 hour work week, shift work. )with evening and weekend obligations as required.
• On Call Rotation

What We Offer You

• Annual salary range $67,849.60 to $94,889.650 ($32.62 to $45.62 hourly)
• Extensive compensation and benefits package:
  • 3 weeks vacation, 12 personal health days, general illness leave, bereavement leave
  • Sunlife extended health & dental benefits package (100% employer paid)
  • LAPP Pension Plan
  • Employee Family & Assistance Program (EFAP) - Telus Health
  • All access pass to Bold Centre and Swimming Pool
  • Active Social Club (events for all employees)
  • Great work culture
  • Work life balance at the lake
  • Affordable living in a rural community and tourist destination known for fishing and hunting
  • Active sporting communityClose to large urban centres

Competition Number: 78-UTO-26

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found

About Us

Lac La Biche County was formed in August of 2007, when the Town of Lac La Biche and Lakeland County amalgamated. The result is a diverse mixture of urban and rural areas.

Our Vision:Lac La Biche County is proud to be a diverse, healthy and safe community. Our citizens are engaged and enjoy enhanced social and recreational amenities. We are economically resilient as we continue to invest in top-quality infrastructure and services. We are environmental stewards who promote our natural assets, making Lac La Biche County the destination choice of northern Alberta.
Our Mission: To build a region of excellence by delivering progressive, sustainable programs and services.