Printed on: January 17, 2025

Utility Operator II -Wastewater Department

Employer City Of Ferine
Salary $ 38.32/hr
Terms Permanent F/T
Start Date
Requirements -One (1) Certification in Water and/or Wastewater relevant to the current systems classifications by the EOCP: Collection (WW), Treatment (W or WW), Distribution(W) (2023 EOCP structure).
ex. Level 1 Collection Wastewater Treatment (for Wastewater)
OR
-Enrolled and actively progressing through the OIT program with the City of Ferine in the relevant department (water, wastewater).
AND
-Valid B.C. Driver's License, minimum Class 3, with air brake endorsement.
-Developing computer skills, including knowledge and experience working in a Microsoft Office environment.
-Has or is able to obtain EOCP Chlorine Handlers Certificate within a specified time period, (if required by the position).
-Ability to train and use SCBA.
-Experience in a municipal environment for 2 years.
-Vaccination for Hepatitis as per OHS regulations.

Duties -Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities in the distribution/collection system and facilities, including all ancillary equipment and infrastructure.
-Locate, repair, install, and maintain new and existing services and system infrastructure, including site preparation and clean-up.
-Record and report accurate and detailed information of work, i.e., verbal, written, typed and/or creating sketches.
-Sample, test, and report findings as required for the system and provincial permits.
-Responds to public inquiries, complaints and service calls in a helpful, professional, and diplomatic manner in accordance with City Policy.
-Be familiar with all relevant permits to operate.
-Be responsible for the operation and maintenance of municipal infrastructure.
-Be available for call-out to emergencies in the municipal infrastructure system as required in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement.
-Conduct assessments, immediate repairs and/or protective measures to ensure public health and safety, as well as system integrity.
-Assist with the timely and economical connection of users to municipal sewer and water systems in accordance with regulated public health and Ministry of Environment standards.
-Assist with accurate inventory control in relation to materials/goods associated with the municipal utility infrastructure.
-Shared responsibility in the development and maintenance of effective records for municipal infrastructure and reporting requirements.
-Undertakes training as required. Completes EOC training.
-All employees shall work in accordance with the City of Fernie’s Safety Management System.
-Support other departments in times of need such as, but not limited to; flooding, snow removal, etc.
-Use and conduct basic diagnostics of the City’s PLC and SCADA monitoring systems/software.
-Ability to work independently, exercise critical thinking, and take initiative reliably, with minimum supervision, and make sound decisions in critical circumstances.
-Other duties as required.

To Apply Please use the contact information as directed in the listing.
careers@fernie.ca
Contact Name Camille Neal
Address 501-3rd Ave, PO Box 190
Location Fernie
Phone
Fax
E-Mail camille.neal@fernie.ca
Website www.fernie.ca/EN/main/city/job-opportunities
Date Posted 2025-01-02
Date Ending 2025-01-23