Water Treatment Plant Operator

cityofbelleville; Belleville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Belleville is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator to operate a Level IV water treatment plant on rotating shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and on-call duties.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Water Treatment Operations, you will monitor SCADA, adjust process parameters, perform analytical sampling, maintain records, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in a permanent full-time role at the Water Treatment Plant.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• MECP Certification as per OREG 128/04 with ability to obtain WTP Level 4.
• Valid G Driver’s license with safe driving record.
• CRC prior to commencING work.

Responsibilities

• Operate Level IV Water Treatment plant on rotating shifts (24/7/365).
• Monitor and adjust parameters via manual and SCADA.
• Maintain instrumentation and calibration.
• Record keeping and report preparation.
• Handle chemicals per SOPs.
• On-call duties may be required.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

Communication skills

Record keeping

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

MECP Certification WTP Level 4 licensing

Valid Class G Driver’s license

CRC clearance

Licence eligibility for WTP Level 4

Tools

SCADA/PLC familiarity

Job description

WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR

The City of Belleville, known as the ‘Friendly City’, is located at the mouth of the Moira River where it meets the picturesque Bay of Quinte. Experience world-class fishing, boating, cycling, and walking along approximately 14 kilometers of waterfront trails. Situated between Toronto and Montreal, and less than one hour from the U.S. border, the City truly is at the center of it all.

Approximately 56,000 people make Belleville their home and over 220,000 live within 30 minutes of the City. We are in close proximity to Prince Edward County where you can discover award winning wineries and numerous beaches including Sandbanks Provincial Park. We are home to Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology as well as Albert College, Canada’s oldest co‑ed boarding independent private school. The historic downtown core provides numerous restaurants, shopping and live music and theater venues for an amazing cultural experience. Our inviting blend of small town warmth and big city amenities, quality of life and affordable housing make Belleville the perfect place to live, work and play. More information is available at www.belleville.ca

Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individual to join our Environmental Services Department as a Water Treatment Plant Operator.

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Positions: One (1)

Department: Environmental Services Department

File Number: SV26-98

Location: Water Treatment Plant (2 Sidney St. Belleville ON)

Hours: 40 hours per week; 8-hour shifts, evenings, nights, weekend and Statutory Holiday work is required.

Employee Group: Union - CUPE

Salary: rate of pay is in accordance with Certificate Level:

• WTP Operator OIT $33.56
• WTP Operator Level 1 $37.00
• WTP Operator Level 2 $37.80
• WTP Operator Level 3 $40.86
• WTP Operator Level 4 $42.02

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Water Treatment Operations, the position involves the operation of a Level IV Water Treatment Plant and associated facilities under supervision, transitioning to independent operations through progressive training. The position will support smooth plant operations by learning tasks, assisting operators, and eventually executing tasks independently. Potential for solo operation during rotating shifts and participation in on-call (24 hours, 7 days, on a year-round basis) rotation, ensuring continuous water treatment operations.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently and collaboratively operate a Level IV Water Treatment plant on a rotating shift schedule (24/7/365)
• Monitor and adjust operational parameters both manually and by Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operations.
• Make and implement operational changes to ensure that water quality and quantity meets the legislative requirements as per the SOWA and associated Regulations as well as City requirements.
• Install, maintain and calibrate instrumentation and facility equipment as per industry standards and standard operating procedures.
• Repair and replace equipment as required.
• Perform analytical sampling and laboratory work for plant and distribution operations.
• Maintain proper and legible records and logs of operations.
• Prepare reports and summary data.
• Clearly and effectively communicate operational information at shift changes.
• Handle, decant and receive chemicals.
• Work in confined spaces and from heights when required.
• Clean and maintain work environment in a hygienic state.
• Troubleshoot and assist with plant optimization.
• Order and receive required bulk chemicals.
• If assigned - perform On-call duties (24/7) under direction from the Operator-in-Charge (OIC).
• Be available within 20 minutes response time when on-call.
• Handle customer complaints as per applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
• Administer emergency after-hours calls from Ontario One Call.
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee and Quality Management Systems audits and inspections.
• Maintain facility and facility grounds as required.
• Communicate professionally, and effectively with stakeholders and members of the general public, promoting a high standard of customer service.
• Perform all tasks and responsibilities through the lens of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, ensuring commitment to fairness, representation, accessibility and respect for diverse perspectives and cultures in all aspects of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Note: Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma
• Valid OIT in Water Treatment Subsystem MECP Certification as per OREG 128/04, with the ability to obtain licensing to the level of the Facility (WTP level 4).
• Valid Class G Driver’s license with safe driving record, to be held and maintained.
• Current Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (“CRC”) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville.

ASSET EDUCATION:

• Successful completion of a two (2) year post‑secondary program in Civil Engineering, Environmental, Electrical or Mechanical field or other suitable equivalent that would enable operator certification up to the level of the facility (in accordance with 0. Reg. 128/04 as amended from time to time).
• Ability to obtain licensing to the level of the Facility (WTP Level 4)
• Thorough knowledge of SCADA and/or PLC and Network systems.
• Knowledge of Ontario Drinking Water Quality Management Standards
• Training on Hach analytical equipment.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year of operational experience in a Large Municipal Residential System or Industrial, mechanical, or electrical maintenance exposure.
• Demonstrated exceptional mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to complete tasks involving heavy pushing, pulling, and lifting on a regular basic (up to 22.5kg)

ASSET EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of experience in industrial, mechanical, or electrical maintenance.
• Exposure to SCADA environment.
• General maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
• General lab experience for turbidity, chlorine, fluoride and bacteriological sampling and testing.
• Experience in Generator operation and maintenance.
• Experience in instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Shift and on-call experience.
• Experience working independently
• Ability to work alone in operational decision‑making situations and implement changes to treatment processes.
• Working knowledge of provincial Safe Drinking Water legislation.
• Demonstrated record keeping, time management, organizational skills.
• Excellent communication verbal and written skills.
• Computer proficiency including MS Office, Excel, Outlook.

Note: A combination of relevant work experience and education may be considered

The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).