Local recruitment: Junior Operator, Drinking Water Distribution (DWD) Operations & Maintenance

City of Calgary

Calgary, AB, Canada 🇨🇦

Job ID: 311327

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 

As a Junior Operator under the direction of the Senior or Intermediate Water Operator, you will participate in activities specific to the drinking water system. Primary duties include:

  • Learn the components of Water Quality (learn how to take samples, how to perform chlorination) or public health in relation to drinking water.
  • Learn and execute the processes for maintenance and/or repair of the drinking water system.
  • Learn and apply components of public health and safety related to drinking water management.
  • Perform assigned inspection, assessment activities and maintenance activities.
  • Responsible for assigned repairs to the system infrastructure.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

  • A High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) with at least 2 years of utility experience; OR
  • A completed 1 year technical certificate in Water and Wastewater (i.e. NAIT) and no experience; OR
  • A completed 2 year Diploma in Water Engineering Technology (Water and Wastewater option i.e. Okanagan College) and no experience.
  • A valid full Class 5 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits, and no current suspensions or charges pending.
  • Must be able to obtain Level 1 Water Operator Certification within 2 years.
  • Education related to drinking water or wastewater systems is preferred.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with the ability and willingness to use software and desktop or remote devices.
  • Interpersonal and adaptability skills are required for success in this position. 

Pre-employment Requirements 

  • A security clearance will be conducted.
  • Must obtain a City of Calgary operator’s permit.
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Note: This posting may be used to fill similar positions within the work unit.

Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Union: CUPE Local 37Business Unit: Water Services 
Position Type: 5 PermanentLocation: Various 
Compensation: $33.81 – 37.48 per hour Days of Work: This position works 12 hours a day. Shifts vary to provide 24/7 coverage.
Hours of work: Non-standard 38 hour work week 
Audience: Internal/External Apply By: February 14, 2025
Job ID #: 311327

POSITION TYPE

ORGANIZATION TYPE

EXPERIENCE-LEVEL

DEGREE REQUIRED

IHE Delft - MSc in Water and Sustainable Development