Job Description

Date:

January 19, 2026

Job #:

6272223

Location:

City of Weyburn - Water Treatment Plant


The City of Weyburn is a dynamic and progressive community located in the heart of Southeast Saskatchewan.

Recently voted the best place to live in the Prairies by MoneySense Magazine, the city has a population of over 10,500

and a solid economic and community foundation upon which new opportunities are continuously built.

The City of Weyburn is seeking a Filtration Plant Operator-In-Training to work at the Water Treatment Plant under


the supervision of our certified operators. The Filtration Plant Operator in Training monitors and operates


computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the treatment and distribution of water.


If you are an enthusiastic team player looking to work in a hands-on environment, then we invite you to apply for


this exciting opportunity!

Responsibilities:

Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment to regulate the treatment and
distribution of water.
Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctions and to ensure plant
systems are operating normally.
Read flow meters, gauges and other recording instruments to measure water output and consumption
levels, bacterial content, chlorine and fluoride levels.
Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content, analyze test results and instrument
readings, and make adjustments to plant equipment and systems to ensure quality control.
Collect data as per permit requirements Complete and maintain plant logs, reports and statistics to ensure regulation standards are met. Clean and maintain equipment and the Water Treatment Plant facility; Maintain plants, reservoirs, booster station and Intake. Available for any emergencies/call out within 20 minutes Follow instructions of daily tasks assigned by the manager or senior operator

SKILLS:

Well organized and able to prioritize tasks; Data entry and computer literate Team player with excellent communication and customer service skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Grade 12 or GED. Class 5 driver's license College or industry training courses in chemistry, water resource, pollution control or a related subject. Certification in water treatment and distribution is preferred.

Experience:

Previous experience in a water treatment facility is an asset.

Additional Information:

Job Status

- Full-Time Seasonal

Term -

Approx. 16 weeks. Starting in May 2026

Wage -

Starting wage commensurate with CUPE Local 90 agreement.

Application Deadline:

February 15, 2026

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter directly to Jihoon Kim, Water Treatment Plant Superintendent at


careers@weyburn.ca . The City of Weyburn thanks all applicants for their interest in this employment opportunity


but only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.