Water Operator Mill Bay Waterworks District

Environmental Operators Certification Program; Mill Bay; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental, and vision

Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)

Paid sick leave

Professional development support

Boot/safety footwear allowance

Job summary

The Water Operator position reports to the Manager of Operations and supports the Mill Bay Waterworks District’s water distribution and treatment system. It involves preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance and requires on-call duties.

The role emphasizes compliance with WorkSafeBC, SCADA monitoring, data recording of chlorine residuals, and well and hydrant servicing. A Class 5 driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Level I Water Distribution Operator Certification required; higher levels preferred.
• Level I Water Treatment Facility Operator Certification asset (not required).
• Eligible to hold DRC for MBWD facility and system.
• Knowledge of water distribution and treatment systems; WorkSafeBC protocol.
• SCADA software familiarity and Microsoft Office/Excel are assets.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the on-call rotation.
• Assist in operation of all pump stations and maintenance of equipment in pump houses.
• Maintain Shawnigan Creek pump house.
• Record water system data and chlorine residuals.
• Disinfect water system and conduct testing; fill chemical tanks and operate chlorine pumps.
• Conduct hydrant flushing and servicing across District; perform flow testing when required.
• Maintain and repair PRV, valves and wells; conduct well maintenance as needed.
• Perform weekly and annual water sampling and collect bacteriological samples as required.
• Troubleshoot and document modifications and upgrades to the water system.

Skills

SCADA familiarity

Microsoft Office/Excel

Water system knowledge

Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Education

EOCP Level I Water Distribution Operator Certification

EOCP Level I Water Treatment Facility Operator Certification (asset)

Tools

SCADA software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water Operator

Reporting To: Manager of Operations
Operating Department: Main Office
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 7:30am-4pm (with rotational on call duties)

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting directly to the Manager of Operations this position is responsible for performing the preventative, corrective and predictive maintenance activities for the Mill Bay Waterworks District’s water distribution and water treatment system.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Level I Water Distribution Operator Certification classified by the EOCP, as a minimum, higher Levels of this ticket would be preferred.
• Not required, but an asset would be a Level I Water Treatment Facility Operator Certification as classified by the EOCP (as a minimum).
• Eligible to hold DRC for MBWD’s facility and system.
• Knowledge and experience in technical, mechanical and environmental aspects of a water distribution and treatment system while following WorkSafeBC protocol.
• Computer knowledge with SCADA software systems and Microsoft Office/Excel is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participation in the on-call rotation
• Assists in the operations of all pump stations, providing maintenance on equipment within the pump houses
• Maintains Shawnigan Creek pump house
• Records water system data and chlorine residuals
• Disinfects the water system and conducts testing; filling chemical tanks, chlorine pumps; repairs and maintenance
• Conducts hydrant flushing and servicing throughout the District boundaries; flow testing when required
• Conducts fire hydrant and valve maintenance and repairs
• Conducts chlorination of District’s wells and well maintenance when necessary
• Conducts weekly and annual water sampling for testing, collects bacteriological samples weekly for VIHA
• Performs water quality testing and assists with customer inquiries
• Conducts water meter maintenance to include meter reading, repairs, replacement, new installs and testing
• Responsible for PRV maintenance, repairs and testing
• Monitors reservoirs and well sites monthly and conducts building inspections
• Responsible for SCADA control adjustments and reporting
• Maintains detention ponds and conducts monthly inspections
• Keeps current with knowledge of as-built drawings and modifications to drawings
• Conducts yard maintenance of District’s owned or SLR properties
• Adheres to District’s OHS program
• Participates in monthly safety meetings (for in office and on-call staff)
• Addresses all leaks and breaks in the District’s system and repair
• Maintains operator certification
• Conducts Water Treatment Plant testing, maintenance and repairs.
• Conducts daily and weekly water quality sampling of Greensand Treatment Plant
• Conducts water quality sampling in-house, on wells and from all reservoirs
• Troubleshoots all aspects of the District’s water system and records all modifications and upgrades.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Following successful completion of the probationary period, employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
• Paid sick leave
• Support for professional development, training, and certification upgrades
• Clothing and safety boot allowance