Job Description

Water/Wastewater Treatment and Compliance Jobs In Canada

Number of Vacancies: 1
Status: Permanent position
Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes
Start date: To follow the selection process
Initial Reporting Location: Wanapitei Water Treatment Plant
Division: Water/Wastewater Treatment and Compliance
Department: Growth and Infrastructure

Job Details

Hiring Organization	City of Greater Sudbury
Post Name	Maintenance Operator (Electrician/Instrumentation Technician)
Qualification	Successful completion of Post Secondary Education preferably an Instrumentation Technician diploma
Industry	Private
Employment Type	Full Time
Work Hours	8 Hours
Salary	CAD 30 To CAD 35 Per Hour
Location	Sudbury, Ontario, Canada P3A 5P3

Duties

Under the supervision of a Supervisor of Wastewater Treatment or a Supervisor of Water Treatment.

Plan, troubleshoot, calibrate, install, inspect, and repair electrical instrumentation and data transfer systems.
Perform maintenance routines as required.
Use CMMS to initiate, document, and track all maintenance activities.
Monitor and document facility and equipment performance data and advise Supervisor of problems to initiate corrective action.
Conduct operational checks, make operational process adjustments, take samples, perform tests, maintain records, and evaluate water/wastewater-related processes.
Assist with plant operations and act as Operator in Charge as directed.
Perform electric thawing of water mains and services using approved equipment as directed.
Liaise with external agencies, contractors, and/or suppliers in locating, troubleshooting, and repairing problems.
Assist in the training of employees.
Will be required to work on a seven (7) day/twenty-four (24) hour shift schedule, and participate in standby, if directed.
Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and applicable legislation
Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Successful completion of Post Secondary Education preferably an Instrumentation Technician diploma and working toward an Instrumentation Technician Certification by a recognized College with Canadian accreditation.
Must be certified by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities as a Journeyman Electrician for both Construction and Maintenance.
Must obtain Operator-In-Training (OIT) Certification in Water Treatment OR Wastewater Treatment through the Ontario Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Office (OWWCO) within six (6) months from the date of hire. Once obtained, certification must be maintained and held in good standing.
Must obtain Level I Water Treatment OR Wastewater Treatment through the Ontario Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Office (OWWCO) within five (5) years from the date of hire. Once obtained, certification must be maintained and held in good standing.
Must have practical experience and proven ability.
Two and one half (2½) years up to and including five (5) years of instrumentation-related experience.
Must possess an Electrician’s tool kit sufficient to perform the duties.
Must be able to prepare concise and clear reports, and log entries.
Ability to use related software programs such as CMMS, MS Office, and SCADA.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
Satisfactory health, attendance, and former employment history.
May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s license, and have an acceptable driving record.
Must provide, at own cost, a successful Criminal Record Check.

Note

A Criminal Record Check will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.