Section: Distribution and Collection
Division: Linear Infrastructure Services
Department: Community Infrastructure
Initial Reporting Location: Rayside Depot
Job Status: Limited Positions
Estimated Probable Duration: Seven (7) Months (may be extended)
Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes - Shift work may be required
Rate of Pay: $31.73 to $36.27 per hour
The start date will follow the selection process.
Main Function: Operate equipment and perform functions to maintain the City of Greater Sudbury’s (CGS) water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.
Characteristic: Under the supervision of a Distribution and Collection – Supervisor II.
Duties:
1. Perform operational and maintenance functions necessary to water distribution and collection systems for the safe and efficient delivery of service to end users.
2. Perform emergency repairs to distribution and collection systems promptly and safely to restore delivery of service.
3. Carry out hydrant inspections in an assigned area, ascertain whether the hydrants are in operable condition and conduct repairs when necessary.
4. Report immediately to the Distribution and Collection – Supervisor II any defective or inoperable infrastructure.
5. Layout, fit, assemble, install, and maintain piping systems, fixtures and equipment for water and sewer installation.
6. Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs to distribution and collection assets. Flush watermains, operate valves and respond to water quality concerns.
7. Collect samples and perform routine field tests (e.g. pressure testing, valve inspections, etc.) as directed.
8. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
9. Perform other related duties as required.
Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.
Qualifications
Education and Training:
- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Must be certified as an Operator In Training, and willing and able to complete certification as Water Distribution Level 1 and Wastewater Collection Level 1 within eighteen (18) months. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain certification in good standing.
Experience:
- Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in water/wastewater operations.
Other Requirements:
- Knowledge of Ontario Safe Drinking Water Act.
- Ability to effectively complete M.M.M.S. Crew Cards.
- Must be physically capable of performing the characteristic duties.
- Prepare detailed and accurate reports and exercise good judgement in dealing with emergency conditions and with the general public.
- Able to communicate effectively with mobile radio equipment.
- Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff, and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.
- 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 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 rate of pay: $30.14 to $34.46 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.
