Water Treatment Plant Operator Class II

Quinte West; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinte West is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator II to operate and maintain municipal water treatment facilities, including booster and pumping stations. You will monitor process controls, perform routine laboratory tests, and assist with preventative maintenance under the Manager of Water and Wastewater Services.

The role requires a High School Diploma, Class II water treatment certification, and at least three years in municipal water treatment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid certification in Class II water treatment.
• Proficient with mobile devices and technology including Google Workspace and Dayforce.
• Laboratory skills required.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation devices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of OHSA requirements.
• Valid Class G Driver's Licence with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, and chemical systems in municipal water plants.
• Record data from booster stations including flows, chemical feeds, power, and residuals.
• Make operational changes based on process data.
• Conduct sampling per Provincial standards.
• Unplug blocked lines and pumps as needed.
• Perform basic laboratory tests on water samples.
• Support preventative maintenance and report repair needs to management.
• Maintain plant grounds and building upkeep as directed.
• Apply troubleshooting to adjust plant operation and maintain equipment.
• Follow OHSA and City policies; be available for on-call and after-hours work.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Written & verbal communication

Instrumentation knowledge

OHSA knowledge

Driver's license

Google Workspace

Dayforce

Education

High School Diploma

Class II water treatment certification

Tools

Google Workspace

Dayforce

Job description

Position: Water Treatment Plant Operator II

Department: Public Works and Environmental Services

Division: Water Treatment Services

Reports to: Manager of Water and Wastewater Services

Water and Wastewater Services

Water and Wastewater Services is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all the municipal water and wastewater facilities, including water treatment plants, the water distribution systems, water pumping stations, water towers, water meters, sewage treatment plants, sewage collection systems, and sewage pumping stations.

Purpose and Scope:

Reporting to the Manager of Water and Wastewater Services and/or the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO), the Water Treatment Plant Operator 2 is responsible for operating and maintaining the process control equipment for the municipality’s water treatment plants including any associated booster and pumping stations. The Operator will perform mechanical and facility maintenance and operate and monitor the treatment processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The position will:

• Inspect, operate and maintain all mechanical, electrical and chemical systems associated with the municipality’s water treatment plants.
• Record all data from booster and pumping stations, where they exist, including daily flows, chlorine feeds, fluoride feeds, power usage and chemical residuals.
• Make operational changes necessary to maintain treatment based on process data collected; making and implementing operational changes as required.
• Undertake all sampling as required by Provincial standards, rules and regulations.
• Unplug blocked lines and pumps as required.
• Perform basic laboratory tests on water samples including fluoride and chlorine residuals, alkalinity, pH, etc.
• Carry out tasks related to systems preventative maintenance programs, reports repair requirements to the Manager, the ORO and/or Director of Public Works and Environmental Services as the case may be, including recommendations and assist with the repair of equipment as required.
• Maintain, as directed, the water plant grounds and buildings including the periodic cleaning of walls, floors and windows and the painting of buildings and equipment.
• Use process interpretation skills and trouble shooting skills to alter plant operation to repair and maintain equipment and system as required.
• Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, other applicable legislation, best practices, City policies and procedures where applicable.
• Be available for on‑call service as directed by the Manager of Water and Wastewater Services.
• Be available for after‑hour and weekend work as required.
• Be courteous to the public and show respect for equipment, etc.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and overall professional development.
• Work in wastewater facilities as assigned and as required.

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

Contacts:

The position will have direct contact with:

Internal: Manager of Water and Wastewater Services, the ORO-WTP/WWTP, other departmental and City Staff.

External: Provincial Authorities, General Public, Contractors and Consultants as required.

Education/Specialized Training/Skills:

The position will require:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid certification in Class II water treatment.
• Proficiently skilled and comfortable with the use of mobile devices and technology to include but not limited to Google Workspace, Dayforce (or other similar software programs) email and internet.
• Laboratory skills.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation devices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective problem solving skills and abilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Valid Class G Driver's Licence and a clear driver's abstract.

Work Experience:

A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the field of municipal water treatment systems is required.

Decision Making:

The position is responsible for making recommendations to the Manager of Water and Wastewater Services and/or the ORO-WTP/WWTP regarding the general operation, repairs and maintenance of the facilities, ensuring the highest quality standards are achieved relative to water and wastewater treatment systems.

Supervision:

• Not applicable.

Work Environment:

• Continuous exposure to several disagreeable conditions such as sewage, tanks, chemicals and continuous outside work.

Remuneration:

Applicants will be paid according to the class of Water Treatment certification they hold in accordance with the table below:

• Water Treatment Operator in Training (O.I.T.) - 2026 CUPE salary grid grade 6 - $32.08 - $33.41
• Water Treatment Class I - 2026 CUPE salary grid grade 8 - $38.51 - $40.11
• Water Treatment Class II - 2026 CUPE salary grid grade 9 - $41.72 - $43.46
• Water Treatment Class III - 2026 CUPE salary grid grade 10 - $44.93 - $46.81