QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential

• Class I or Class II Certification in Water Distribution issued by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. Class III preferred but will assess Class I and Class II candidates based on relevant experience.
• Plumbing or construction experience and ability to operate a variety of equipment used by the Water Distribution Department are definite assets.
• Valid Class “DZ” driver’s license with satisfactory driving abstract.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Willing to obtain a Class II and III Water Distribution Operator License.

Preferred

• Class III Water Distribution Operator License

• Inspection and maintenance of the City’s water distribution facilities and on-site material and equipment resources in accordance with required standards.
• Ensure water is metered, where applicable, and looks for any cross connections.
• Ensure new water service connection information is provided to the office for proper record keeping and billing purposes.
• Make repairs and maintain watermains, water services, valves, hydrants, water meters, electronic radio transmitters, including checking for leaks and associated repairs.
• Prepare detailed notes and sketches of the system, interfacing with the Engineering Department record keeping system and maintain logbooks in accordance with Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks standards.
• Respond, follow up and resolve customer complaints and concerns in the distribution system. Address public concerns and problems related to water system quality and pressures.
• Follow Ministry of the Environment regulations and standards for drinking water systems, City and County guidelines and procedures and is accountable to the Department of Public Health and Emergency Services.
• Enforce water use by-laws as established by the County or City.
• Assist the Supervisor(s) with obtaining locates, permits, preparing traffic control plans, and notifying emergency services of road closures and loss of services.
• Prepare and distribute water shut-off notices in advance of planned shutdowns, including making arrangements for an alternative water supply source.
• Use computer diagnostic equipment to perform leak detection within the distribution system and to obtain water reads and troubleshoot water meter problems.
• Participate in on-call duties and respond to customer emergencies. Performs emergency work in a quick, safe manner to keep customers in service.
• Must be available for after-hours work for planned overtime, emergencies, and on-call duties. Class II Operators may, if requested by the Supervisor, act as Operator in Charge (OIC) when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned