Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

The Opportunity :

The City of Red Deer is currently recruiting for a

permanent full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator . Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators are

responsible for the day-to-day operation and control of the City's Level IV

Wastewater Treatment Plant. Key accountabilities are to perform work functions

that ensure compliance to established policies and procedures, OH&S, and

the Approval to Operate. The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators provide for

the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment, treatment processes, and

for the reliable treatment and discharge of wastewater to the environment.

As our preferred candidate, you

will have :

• Grade 12 or equivalent

Education or training in a one (1) year water /

wastewater related technical program is preferred.

Wastewater Treatment Level 1 Alberta Environment

Operator’s Certification or equivalent with a requirement to achieve Level 2

(two) within 4 years.

Must successfully pass all safety certificate courses

currently required.

Ability to recognize, assess and control hazards in

the workplace.

Ability to utilize and maintain required Personal

Protective Equipment (PPE).

Demonstrated safety skills in the use of specialized

protective equipment for chemical handling or containment and clean up,

including respirators, SCBA, and air quality monitors. Some work may require

use of harnesses and hoisting equipment.

Ability to exercise care when working near

construction and traffic.

Must have the knowledge and ability to use various

power tools and hand tools in a safe manner.

Well-developed verbal, computer, written and

interpersonal communications skills.

Strong computer aptitude including demonstrated

proficiency with City based computer programs, databases, spreadsheets and

word-processing software.

Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to

effectively utilize a wide range of equipment.

Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and

co-operate with colleagues as a team, to understand and follow instructions and

to provide guidance and instructions to junior staff.

Must be physically fit in order to climb ladders, work

at heights, open and close valves, lift, shovel, bend and twist in awkward

positions.

Be able to read and understand blueprints, drawings,

schematics and maps.

Requires on-call rotation, shift work, to work

extended shifts, and respond to after hour emergencies.

Ability to troubleshoot diverse problems and exercise

critical thinking. Ability to handle new or emergency situations in a logical

and reasonable manner.

Knowledge of a municipal government operating

environment including the City’s Approval to Operate.

Incumbents in this role are mandated by legislation to

attain and maintain required certifications and may be subject to external

audits, spot inspections and other reviews to ensure compliance with these requirements.

Hepatitis A and B inoculation is recommended prior to

employment.

Affiliation :

Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417

Remuneration :

$38.18 to $43.39 per hour

Hours of Work : 80

hours biweekly; 10 hour rotating day shifts; on-call required during

off duty hours.

We thank you for your application.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.