DISTRICT OF KITIMATUTILITIES DEPARTMENT LEADER

The District of Kitimat is recruiting for a Utilities Department Leader. Under the direction of the Director of Operations or Deputy Director of Operations, you will provide maintenance, repair and extension services for municipal water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer systems and facilities through the coordination and supervision of one or more crews.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Plan, assign, coordinate, train and supervise the work of crews including preparation of schedules, organization of crews, materials and equipment while working within a budget.
• Complete documentation and reports including work requests, weekly project reports, time cards, stores and materials requisitions and usage, progress reports, cost estimates etc.
• Ensure the safety of work crews and the work sites by following policies, procedures and safety regulations.
• Organize and direct excavation, grading, pipe installation and tapping of water mains for laterals or service connections.
• Determine and analyse problems, direct repairs and maintenance to water pump stations, chlorination stations, sewer lift stations, wastewater treatment plant, broken or plugged sewers/ water lines/hydrants/valves/other appurtenances of the waterworks system.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Use SCADA to obtain full water and sewer system status.
• Organize and direct the afternoon snow removal shift including clearing of roadways, sanding and salting, towing of vehicles, overseeing shovel crew, clearing of hydrants, bus shelters, and walkways.

WHAT DO YOU DO NOW?

To apply for this position, please submit a detailed resume and cover letter to hr@kitimat.ca. This position will remain open until filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asse

We are in the process of upgrading our water treatment system, and this position will play an important role in both start up and operations.

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• To learn more about our water treatment pilot plant, watch https://youtu.be/4PbdeF1bdJ