Water Distribution Services Project Operator

Ontario Water Works Association; Barrie; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Life and accident insurance

Paid vacation and sick days

EFAP

OMERS pension

Transit Passes

Perkopolis Perks

Job summary

Ontario Water Works Association in Barrie, Ontario is seeking a Water Distribution Services Project Operator to oversee maintenance and projects across the water system, from treatment facilities to the property line.

The role requires an ORO rotation, a strong operations background, and project management experience within a unionized, municipal setting. 40-hour weeks and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Environmental Technology.
• Valid MECP Water Distribution Certificates.
• Valid Ontario G Driver’s Licence in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and programs for water distribution maintenance.
• Act as Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) for Water Distribution on rotation.
• Coordinate design reviews and contract administration.
• Maintain water distribution from treatment facilities to property line.

Skills

Analytical

Interpersonal

Leadership

Problem Solving

Record-Keeping

Time Management

Microsoft Office

Education

Civil/Environmental Tech Diploma

MECP Water Certificates

Ontario G Driver’s Licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water Distribution Services Project Operator

Barrie, Ontario

Posting Number: PC-26-31

Job Type: PermanentFull-time, Union

Salary Range: $87,859.20 to $105,310.40 per year

Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:59 pm

The Water Operations Branch is a branch within the Infrastructure Department. The branch’s key responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of the City’s environmental infrastructure and systems, including water supply, treatment, and distribution systems. This includes the repair and maintenance of drinking water treatment systems, water mains, valves, hydrants, and residential main shut-off valves; the repair and replacement of water meters used for service billing; the inspection of water mains and services; the installation of Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) water services and meters, new home meters, and hydrant-metered gate valves; the administration of the Backflow Prevention Program; the resolution of water quality or water pressure issues and complaints; the maintenance of City standard drawing details for water specifications; and the prevention of infrastructure damage through locating services for all of the City of Barrie’s buried infrastructure in accordance with “One Call” legislation.

The Water Distribution Services Project Operator is responsible for managing specific projects and programs related to the maintenance of the water distribution system from treatment facilities to the property line within the City. Projects include, but are not limited to, the annual System Swabbing Program, Air Valve Program, and main breaks on transmission mains, as well as associated design review and contract administration functions. This position acts as the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) for the Water Distribution subsystem on a rotating schedule and acts as the Water Distribution Services Foreperson, as assigned.

Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job

Corporate Culture:Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community.

Equally important to what we do is how we do it – your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed.

Education (degree/diploma/certifications)

• Two (2) year College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technician or Environmental Engineering Technician
• Valid Water Distribution Class III Certificate and/or Water Distribution and Supply Certificate from the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP)
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing

Don’t meet the credentials as outlined but have years of directly related experience? Please see the City’s Education Equivalency Policy to determine if you may qualify for equivalency. Further information is available at www.barrie.ca/government-news/jobs

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience performing duties related to the major responsibilities of the position
• Demonstrated experience with an emphasis on operations and maintenance of a drinking water distribution system, including two (2) years of experience as an Operator-in-Charge (OIC)
• Demonstrated project management experience

Knowledge/Skill/Ability:

• Working knowledge of the following legislation, regulations, or requirements: Ontario Drinking Water Regulations and Standards; Drinking Water Works Permit / Permit to Take Water; Safe Drinking Water Act; Municipal Drinking Water License; the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard; American Water Works Standards; Disinfection of Drinking Water in Ontario and Ontario Water Resources Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and WHMIS
• Demonstrated ability to: communicate effectively verbally and in writing; read and create drawings and plans; lift and carry heavy objects on a daily basis
• Intermediate skills include: Analytical; Interpersonal; Leadership; Problem Solving; Record-Keeping; Time Management
• Basic computer literacy using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Internet Explorer

Conditions of Employment: Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Location: Surface Water Treatment Plant, 20 Royal Parkside Drive, Barrie, Ontario

Hours: The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement

What We Offer:

This position includes a comprehensive union benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short/long term disability plans, OMERS Primary pension plan, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), discounted rates for City Fitness Memberships and Transit Passes, and access to the Perkopolis Perks program, which provides exclusive access to discounts on a wide range of products and services available to all City employees.