At a Glance
- Tasks: Support water utility operations through monitoring, maintenance, and quality sampling.
- Company: Join a dedicated team ensuring clean water for Debert and Tatamagouche.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience with competitive pay and valuable certifications.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a vital public service role.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while developing essential skills.
- Qualifications: Technical education or equivalent experience; certifications are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 $ per year.
Support water utility operations across Debert and Tatamagouche through system monitoring, maintenance, sampling, and after-hours response.
This one-year term includes on-call and standby time.
Reporting to the Water Utility Manager, the Water Utility Worker provides operational and maintenance support for two municipal water utilities.
Duties span water mains, laterals, valves, hydrants, treatment equipment, storage facilities, and SCADA systems.
The position also includes data management, water quality monitoring, and meter readings.
Key Responsibilities
- Repair and install water mains and water laterals
- Test and maintain valves and hydrants
- Monitor and sample water quality
- Operate and maintain treatment plant equipment
- Monitor systems through SCADA and respond after hours
Requirements
- Two years post-secondary technical education or equivalent experience
- Level I or II Water Treatment certification is an asset
- Level I or II Water Distribution certification is an asset
- Knowledge of water systems software, equipment, tools, and materials
- Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and satisfactory checks
Apply water treatment, distribution, SCADA, and maintenance knowledge supporting reliable municipal utilities in Debert and Tatamagouche.
Water Utility Operations Worker in Ottawa employer: Colchester
Colchester offers an unparalleled work-life balance in a welcoming and family-focused environment. The Municipality is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants. Employees benefit from a supportive work culture and full-time benefits in unionized positions.
