Water Wastewater Facilities & Distribution/Collection Operator (Permanent Full-Time)

City of North Bay; North Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive municipal employer in Canada is seeking a Water Wastewater Facilities & Distribution/Collection Operator to ensure safe and clean water for the community. Responsibilities include routine repairs and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater systems, operating facilities under supervision, and participating in an on-call rotation. Candidates should possess a post-secondary diploma and relevant certifications. This full-time position offers a pay rate of $34.27 per hour and the opportunity to work in a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement.
• Must have worked a minimum of one (1) year as a Certified Water or Wastewater Treatment Operator.
• Strong knowledge of Safety Regulations and Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs, maintenance, and installations to municipal water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Operate Water and Wastewater Facilities for safe and clean water.
• Participate in on-call rotation and emergency work.

Skills

Guidance and leadership

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma in relevant field (ex: Environmental/Mechanical Technician)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scada System Software

Computerized Maintenance system

Job description

Water Wastewater Facilities & Distribution/Collection Operator (Permanent Full-Time)

Job Posting ID 25E-67

North Bay is a diverse community that offers a perfect blend of opportunity and easy living. Servicing a regional catchment area of 112,000 people, this progressive city of 51,553 residents is nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake and is conveniently located just three and a half hours from major Ontario centers such as Toronto and Ottawa.

Applications are invited for a Water Wastewater Facilities & Distribution/Collection Operator in the Water, Wastewater and Environmental Services Department. Under the direction of the Sewer & Water Supervisor, the operator performs routine repairs, maintenance and installations to municipal water distribution, wastewater collection and storm sewer systems. Under the direction of the Water and Wastewater Facilities Supervisor, the operator is responsible (under the supervision of the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO)) for the operation of the Water and Wastewater Facilities, as the case may be, in order to ensure that residents have safe and clean water (or properly treated wastewater) in accordance with federal, provincial and municipal legislation, policies and standards. The position will rotate between the water and sewer department and water and wastewater facilities department as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum post-secondary diploma in relevant field (ex: Environmental/Mechanical Technician)
• Must possess and post a minimum:
  
  • Class I Water Treatment Certificate
  • Class I Water Distribution Certificate
  • Class I Wastewater Treatment Certificate
  • Class I Wastewater Collection Certificate
• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance and leadership.
• Must have worked a minimum of one (1) year as a Certified Water or Wastewater Treatment Operator.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Must have sufficient clerical ability to complete necessary reports.
• Have good working knowledge of Safety Regulations and Procedures.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Scada System Software and Computerized Maintenance system.
• Must hold a valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement.
• Must be available for on-call rotation and emergency work and participate in the duty system.
• Operators-in-Training (OIT) may be considered for this position at the OIT rate of pay.

Hours and Conditions

• Hours of Work: 0730hrs to 1600hrs – Monday to Friday
• Environment: Unionized
• Rate of Pay: $34.27 (2026 Rate)
• Qualified individuals interested in being considered for this position are requested to submit a resume and covering letter in one PDF document via email to: [e-mail] no later than 11:59 p.m., December 31, 2025. Please identify the Posting ID: 25E-67 in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed as they come in.
• The City of North Bay is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer. https://www.omers.com/
• Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City’s Accessibility Policy.
• An Equal Opportunity Employer