PERMANENT FULLTIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Water Systems Operator – Water & Sanitation Department
Salary: $55k to $60k per year Based on experience
JOB SUMMARY:
Sagamok Anishnawbek is seeking a dedicated and skilled Water Systems Operator to join our team on a permanent basis. This role is essential to ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality water services for our community. Reporting to the Operator in Charge, the Water Systems Operator will play a key role in water treatment, quality monitoring, distribution, and community outreach.
POSITION DUTIES:
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Must have good knowledge of computers, including monitoring and operating systems.
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Operate and monitor water treatment and distribution systems
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Perform water quality testing and analysis
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Implement and monitor boil water advisories
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Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshoot operational issues
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Maintain accurate logs and prepare reports
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Collaborate with other departments and engage with the community
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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Knowledge of and respect for Anishnawbek history, values, teachings, culture, and traditions is of critical importance.
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Ability to perform some heavy lifting and physical labour.
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Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
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Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative.
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Good oral and written communication skills to liaise with a variety of people including coworkers, community members, suppliers, while keeping accurate logs and writing reports.
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Ability to understand and speak Ojibwe will be considered a definite asset.
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Local knowledge and understanding of Sagamok Anishnawbek’s services will be considered an asset.
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Valid class “G” driver’s license in good standing.
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Able to travel on short notice.
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Able to work flexible hours on short notice and including afterhours and weekends.
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Sign and comply with an annual Oath of Confidentiality.
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Must provide a Criminal Records Check prior to commencing employment.
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Incumbent is subject to six months’ probation.
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Comprehensive benefits packages for full-time employees with Employee and Family Assistance Program, MY HSA (Health Spending Account)
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Registered Retirement Plan (employer matching option)
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Opportunities for professional development
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Minimum Operator-in-Training license in Water Treatment and Distribution (Class 1 preferred)
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Strong computer skills, including monitoring and operating systems
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Familiarity with relevant legislation (e.g., OHSA, Canadian Environmental Act)
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Ability to interpret technical documents such as manuals and blueprints
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Hold or willing to secure, CPR and First Aid Certificate, WHIMIS, Working at Heights, Fall Arrest lock and tag out and Confine Space.
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Physically capable of outdoor work in all weather conditions and heavy lifting
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Knowledge and respect for Anishnawbek values, history, culture, and traditions
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Understanding Sagamok Anishnawbek’s services is an asset
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Ability to speak and understand Ojibwe is a definite asset
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resumé, credentials, and three work related References (email addresses)
By: Until Filled
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
