Operate water and wastewater facilities for OCWA in Amherstburg, using treatment knowledge, maintenance skills, and careful process monitoring. This full-time position supports regional operations.
As a Water and Wastewater Operator Trainee, you will operate and maintain facilities within the Amherstburg/Bellwood Cluster. The work requires wastewater treatment knowledge, basic mathematics and chemistry, technical interpretation, and equipment maintenance capabilities. You will also support safe operations through accurate logs, sampling, reporting, and process adjustments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain regional water and wastewater facilities
- Inspect, monitor, and adjust facility processes and equipment
- Perform preventive maintenance and manual labour
- Take samples and interpret results for process control
- Maintain accurate logs and write operational reports
Requirements:
- Hold OIT to Class IV required certification or license
- Possess a valid Class G driver's license
- Understand wastewater treatment and relevant regulatory requirements
- Interpret manuals, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Remain available for overtime and rotating on-call response
Develop water and wastewater operations expertise through facility maintenance, process monitoring, certification, and practical technical work.
Water Wastewater Operator Trainee in Amherstburg employer: Ontario Clean Water Agency
At OCWA, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values innovation and sustainability in the water and wastewater sector. Our Grand Bend facility offers a collaborative work culture where employees are encouraged to grow professionally through ongoing training and development opportunities. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, we are committed to supporting our team in making a meaningful impact on the community and the environment.
Contact Details:
Ontario Clean Water Agency Recruitment Team
