Water and Sewer Treatment Technician

at  District of Kitimat

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Certification under the Environmental Operators Certification Program:
• Water Distribution Level 2 with the ability to obtain a Level 3 within one year.
• Water Treatment Level 2 with the ability to obtain a Level 3 within one year.
• Wastewater Collection Level 1.
• Wastewater Treatment Level 2.
• Chlorine Handler certification.
• Class 5 driver’s license, class 3 preferred.
• WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, and Confined Space Entry and Watch.
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Ability to inspect, analyze, and troubleshoot the operations of water/sewer systems and facilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, coordinate the work of a crew, understand and convey technical information, and perform job specific math calculations.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Operating, maintaining, inspecting and monitoring the water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems, and related equipment and infrastructure.
• Performing a variety of tasks related to utility systems such as checking chlorine residuals, turbidity, pH, pipe repairs, and water sampling.
• Checking and recording flows, hours, through put, chemical usage, dosing rates, effluent discharges for a variety of pumps in a number of locations, noting anomalies and taking corrective action.
• Providing input and participating in the water treatment upgrade project and operations once complete.
• Carrying out inspections, preventative maintenance, repair and overhaul of equipment related to water and sewer utilities.
• Using SCADA system to obtain full water and sewer system status updates.
• Performing seasonal snow removal as required.

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.
To learn more about Kitimat, visit Kitimat Bound and Youtube
To learn more about our water treatment pilot plant, watch this video.
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asse