Wastewater Treatment Operator

Company Biography

As Ontario's only multi-utility provider, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including water, wastewater, natural gas, electricity, and telecommunications - all under one roof. This integrated approach empowers us to deliver innovative solutions, exceptional customer service, and operational efficiencies that set us apart in the industry.

With over 150 years of commitment to the Kingston community, we work every day to provide the safe, reliable utility services our customers rely on. Our efforts go beyond keeping the lights on and the water flowing. We’re driving progress through projects that create lasting, positive change. At the heart of everything we do is our vision to advance our unique utility model to benefit our customers and build better communities.

At Utilities Kingston, we believe that strong communities are built by strong teams. By joining us, you'll be part of a collaborative and dynamic environment where your skills and ideas will contribute to enhancing safety, driving reliability, and building a resilient future for our community.

Primary Duties

The Wastewater Treatment Operator operates and monitors all City owned Wastewater Treatment Facilities and pumping stations. They will maintain wastewater facilities in compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor treatment plan and facility processes and record activities consistent with regulatory requirements.

- Complete Chain of Custody documentation and delivery of samples to lab for analysis.

- Identify non-compliances and report any spills or overflow events.

- Respond to alarms, troubleshoot and rectify issues as they arise.

- Evaluate trends and identify visual and audible abnormalities to determine process performance.

- Take appropriate corrective action to address incidents of non-compliance and deviations from design objectives.

- Identify and propose improvements to operational plans, procedures, workflow processes and infrastructure.

- Review internal and external facility testing results and determine treatment efficiency, identify potential process issues and administer the appropriate operational changes.

- Conduct routine maintenance checks on facility equipment and notify appropriate stakeholders of issues or required repairs.

- Comply with all health and safety requirements, maintain a safe work environment, report hazards and promote a culture of safety in the workplace.

Education, Certification and Other Qualifications Required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Advanced knowledge of MECP Regulations and requirements for logs, data collection and entry

- Advanced knowledge and proficiency with treatment unit processes, lab and sampling procedures and techniques

- Ability to operate various equipment including loader, plowing equipment, boom, forklift etc.

- Advanced proficiency with SCADA

- Intermediate knowledge of O.Reg 129/04

- Ability to follow instructions and procedures required to run, calibrate and maintain specialized equipment

- Intermediate math skills to ensure accurate calculations of dosages, usage, flow rates etc.

- Intermediate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as it relates to individual, organizational and operational requirements

- Basic MS365 skills

Qualifications:

- Post-secondary diploma in Environmental or Civil Engineering Technology or related discipline

- Level 1 Wastewater Treatment license with the ability to progress to required facility classification levels. OIT licensing will be considered.

- Class G drivers’ license

Special Working Conditions/Conditions of Employment

- Applicant must be capable of walking, lifting and climbing and perform the physical demands of the position.

- Acquire and maintain the minimum licensing requirements in Wastewater Treatment.

- Maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s license throughout employment.

- Must be reliable and able to work shift rotation, including night shift.

- A criminal record check satisfactory to Utilities Kingston at the successful candidate's own expense.

Closing Statement

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position.

Accessibility Statement

Appropriate accommodations will be provided as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

Employment Equity

Utilities Kingston is committed to employment equity and we encourage applications from all designated group members. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the Kingston community.

Utilities Kingston thanks all candidates that apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Internal applicants must inform their supervisor or manager of their application and subsequent status