Section: Wastewater Treatment
Division: Water/Wastewater Treatment and Compliance
Department: Community Infrastructure
Initial Reporting Location: Sudbury Wastewater Treatment Plant
Job Status: Limited positions
Estimated Probable Duration: Seven (7) months
Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes
Range of Pay: $34.75 to $39.30 per hour
The start date will follow the selection process.
A criminal record check is required for this position and 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.
Main Function: Perform necessary operations to ensure the efficient operations of the facility.
Characteristic Duties: Under the supervision of a Wastewater Supervisor.
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Act as Operator-In-Charge and assume responsibility for the operation and maintenance of CGS’s wastewater facilities and infrastructure.
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Perform regular inspections of various facilities and perform the duties required to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the facility.
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Make operational adjustments and minor repairs to maintain operating effectiveness of the facility.
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Monitor and document facility and equipment performance, advise supervisor of problems to initiate corrective action.
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Collect samples, perform laboratory tests; take readings and maintain records, operational logs and reports.
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Assist in maintaining and repairing equipment, machinery and facilities. Perform minor maintenance on buildings, grounds and equipment including draining and cleaning facility components and structures.
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Maintain grounds by watering, mowing or fertilizing lawns, shrubs or other related items.
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Will be required to work on a seven (7) day / twenty-four (24) hour shift schedule, if directed.
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Assist in training of facility Employees, as directed.
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Conduct Plant tours for general public, as directed.
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Assist tradespersons and maintenance staff as required.
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Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
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Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education and Training:
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Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade 12) Education.
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Successful completion of a relevant two (2) year post-secondary diploma from a recognized college considered an asset.
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Applicants must possess valid Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection Level 1 Certificates from the Ontario Operator Certification Program. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain certification in good standing.
Experience:
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Minimum of one (1) year of operating experience in a wastewater facility.
Other Requirements:
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This role requires the use of tight-fitting respirators and employees must be clean-shaven where the mask seals. This is a Bona Fide Occupational Requirement (BFOR) under human rights legislation.
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Must be able to complete operational logs and checklists, and CMMS work orders.
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Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying 20 kgs.
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Ability to perform confined space duties, including entry, mandatory.
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Ability to use related software programs such as CSSM, MS Office, SCADA.
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Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
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Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
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Provide, at own cost, a current Criminal Record Check.
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Provide, at own cost, a Respirator Fit Test.
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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 licence, and have an acceptable driving record.
Interested applicants who have questions regarding certification are encouraged to visit the OWWCO website at www.owwco.ca.
This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.
Development opportunity range of pay: $33.01 to $37.34 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.
