Water/Wastewater Operator

Sault Community Career Centre; Ignace; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal water service provider in Ignace is seeking a Water/Wastewater Operator to manage water treatment operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a GED, valid driver's license, and be willing to obtain necessary certifications. This is a permanent full-time position with a mix of indoor and outdoor duties, offering a 40-hour work week with potential on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid G driver’s license.
• Willing to obtain training to meet basic requirements.
• Able to lift weights up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Managing wastewater treatment and sewage collection.
• Operating and monitoring treatment equipment.
• Conducting water quality tests.

Skills

Ability to obtain and maintain Operator-In-Training (OIT) certificates

Experience in water and wastewater treatment

Mechanically & electrically inclined

Comfortable using computers/programs (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Education

Minimum, Grade 12 or GED

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

OIT Certificates or higher

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certification

WHMIS & First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Opportunity – 2 Vacancies

Water/Wastewater Operator – Ignace

Northern Waterworks Inc. provides premium water/wastewater operations to Municipal, First Nation, and corporate clients. We are a high growth company expanding rapidly throughout Ontario, now with divisions in Northwestern Ontario, Northeastern Ontario, and Southern Ontario.

The Water/Wastewater Operator is responsible for the water treatment plant(s) and water distribution system(s) in order to ensure residents have safe and clean water, in accordance with Federal, Provincial, and Municipal legislation, policies, and standards.

Location: Ignace

Permanent Full Time

40-hour work week: 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with rotational weekend and statutory holiday on-call responsibilities (24 hours/day)

Knowledge

• Ability to obtain and maintain Operator-In-Training (OIT) certificates within three to six months
• OIT Certificates or higher are considered an asset
• Minimum, Grade 12 or GED. Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset
• Must hold and maintain a valid G driver’s license
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods, WHMIS & First Aid Certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Managing wastewater treatment/ sewage treatment, and sewage collection
• Operating and monitoring equipment I.e., Pumps, valves, filters, and other machinery involved in the treatment process
• Compliance and reporting to demonstrate compliance with environmental standards
• Conducting water quality test, and monitoring the quality of water being treated
• Troubleshooting any issues of equipment and perform routine maintenance tasks to keep the treatment facility operating efficiently
• Performing other duties as required

Attributes

• Willing to obtain training to meet basic requirements
• Flexible to work outside normal operating hours, as required
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment
• Capable of troubleshooting
• Mechanically & electrically inclined
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable using computers/programs (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Willing to travel and work outdoors, as required

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to undertake long-distance driving as necessary
• Work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Resumes stating qualifications and work experience related to the selection criteria shall be submitted to Human Resources via email to [e-mail] quoting the position noted above.

Posting Date: November 14th, 2025

Closing Date: November 28th, 2025

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. We will accommodate the needs of applicants in accordance with 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 Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated.