Water Treatment Maintenance Operator

Job Description

Job title: Water Treatment Maintenance Operator

Company: City of St. John’s

Job description: St. John’s is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John’s and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.The OpportunityThe Human Resources Division is presently accepting applications for the Permanent position of Water Treatment Maintenance Operator with the Department of Public Works.AccountabilitiesUnder the direction of the Supervisor, Water Treatment, the following duties apply to the Windsor Lake Water Treatment Plant, Petty Harbour Long Pond Water Treatment Plant, pumping stations, meter stations, emergency diesel power systems, water reservoirs, valve chambers and other associated facilities.

• Monitor, evaluate and adjust water treatment processes.
• Collect samples, interpret water analysis and compare with Canadian Drinking Water

Quality Guidelines.

• Perform plant process control laboratory analysis.
• Evaluate characteristics of source water.
• Operate, maintain and repair equipment such as gas chlorinators, various water pumps,

electro-pneumatic equipment, mechanical screens, pressure reducing valves, air
compressors, vacuum pumps, fans, shafts, mechanical couplings, mechanical drives,
diesel engines, valves, piping, mechanical seals, and hot water heating systems.

• Perform preventative maintenance programs on plant equipment.
• Safely use and maintain shop tools and equipment and comply with all health and safety

regulations.

• Carry out inspections and keep records of operations and monitor activities in the

protected watershed.

• Investigate water quality complaints by the public.
• Perform housekeeping duties of all water facilities.
• Perform security, safety and administrative procedures.

Description disclaimerThe successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.QualificationsGraduation from high school supplemented by the successful completion of a Journeyman Certificate as a Millwright, Industrial Electrician, or Instrumentation and Control Technician, and have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in this field. The successful applicant must also possess a minimum of Level III certification in Water Treatment Operations. Appointments may be made of an applicant who possesses a certificate lower than Level III in Water Treatment Operations provided they can meet the Provincial requirements to obtain a Level III certificate in Water Treatment Plant Operations.Applicants must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform maintenance and repairs to various water treatment equipment such as those described above. The City’s selection procedure may include testing and does include a requirement that the successful candidate pass a medical and physical assessment. Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License.Hours of WorkShift Work as required, Regular hours are 8am-4pm daily, including weekends and statutory holidaysApplicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 569, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John’s does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.This City of St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community’s diversity.Please note you must before attempting to apply for any postion.Address: City Hall, 10 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL A1C 5M2Phone: ,© 2022 City of St. John’sBrowser Compatibility NotificationIt appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser. As a result, parts of the site may not function properly for you. We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience.

Location: St. John’s, NL

Job date: Thu, 12 Dec 2024 02:06:16 GMT