Operator-in-Training, Wastewater Treatment Plant

Operator-in-Training, Wastewater Treatment Plant

Situated on the beautiful Ottawa River, Pembroke is a vibrant city of 16,200 that is renowned as the heart of the Ottawa Valley. Pembroke is the key commercial sector of the area with a mix of small and large businesses, a vibrant downtown core and a quality of life that combines culture, sport and nature.

We are currently recruiting for an Operator-in-Training at the wastewater treatment plant. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week including weekends and holidays with occasional overtime.

Under the direction of the Supervisor of the Pollution Control Centre, the Operator-in-Training will operate and maintain water and wastewater systems, conveyance systems including related buildings and equipment, in accordance with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures under the supervision of a certified operator.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform routine laboratory analyses and tests and collect chemical and bacteriological samples
• Set operational parameter or process that controls the effectiveness of efficiency of the facility
• Operate the processes in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensure proper monitoring inspections, evaluations and adjustments are properly recorded

• A minimum of Grade 12
• MOE Operator-In-Training in Wastewater Treatment (WWT) certificate or ability to achieve certification within 90 days of hire
• Attain and maintain a DZ Ontario driver’s license
• Experience or trainability in mechanics and electricity
• Strong administration and record keeping skills
• Willing to progress through continuing education and formal training
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Responsible, detail-oriented and the ability to work with minimal supervision

What we offer:

• Extended health care, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability and accidental death insurance
• 15 days of vacation, increasing with years of service plus 2 wellness days
• OMERS defined pension including 100% employer matching
• Professional development and skill-based training opportunities
• Employee and family assistance plan

The City of Pembroke is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No inquiries, please.

We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Personal information submitted will be used for the sole purpose of this competition. It is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, RSO 2001, and will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for employment purposes.