Job Description

Division

Water & Wastewater

About Us

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses. Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

JOB SUMMARY

Installing, calibrating, configuring, maintaining, servicing, testing, troubleshooting, analyzing and upgrading measurement and control devices and systems, used in water & wastewater systems. Servicing of micro processing instruments, including ‘Bus’ network communication systems and wireless communications. Investigate and diagnose process faults and troubleshoot process operations. Perform scheduled instrument and device maintenance routines, including participating in the commissioning of new or upgraded control system projects, ensuring adherence to Region Automation Standards. Assist Engineering in design, modification and hazard analysis, while also working with Plant Operations to optimize plant controls. Work performed must be in compliance with provincial, municipal, industrial and site specific standards, codes and regulations. Utilize an asset computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to assist in management of work requests, tasks, parts used and resource hours spent.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Completion of a three (3) year Electrical Engineering Technology diploma with a specialty in Control Systems (or related area of study) and Certificate of Qualification for the Instrumentation & Control Technician or Electrical trade.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Completion of 8000 hours of work experience to possess a Certificate of Qualification for Instrumentation & Control Technician (447A) or Electrical (309/442) trade.
• Completion of Certificate of Apprenticeship in 447A/309/442 Licences is considered an asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years of instrumentation maintenance, calibration, process operation and control design experience, preferably in Water/Wastewater Systems or a similar environment.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers, Ladder Logic Programming, HART Protocol Communication, Wireless Communication Networks, Bus Communication Networks, Windows XP/7/10, and various analytical and non analytical Instrumentation Calibration, Troubleshooting and Testing techniques.
• Must successfully obtain MECP Operator-in-Training certification in Water Treatment and Water Distribution within three (3) months of commencing employment, pass Class I Water Treatment exam within 18 months and obtain Class 1 Water Treatment certification within 60 months. Alternatively, incumbents may elect to pursue a Water Quality Analyst certification, within 18 months of commencing employment, in lieu of obtaining their Class 1 Water Treatment certification.
• Operator-in-Training certification in Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection is considered an asset.
• Must be willing to undertake additional levels of training prescribed in the Regulations.
• Must possess a sound working knowledge of computer systems and programming, PLCs, process automation techniques, electronics, mathematics, chemistry, contract drawings and specifications, and electrical engineering principles.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook), and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (e.g. Enterprise Asset Management).
• Training and Certification in WHMIS and First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection and Lock out Tag out.
• Training and a valid certificate for Confined Space Entry, Materials Handling, and Transportation of Dangerous Goods are considered assets.
• Must have working knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regional Niagara's Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.

SKILLS

• Must possess above average computer skills.
• Must be able to train staff or others.
• Must be able to work without direct supervision.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• It is the employee’s responsibility to possess and maintain a valid and restriction-free driver’s license of appropriate class to carry out the duties of the job (Class G).
• Must comply with all aspects of the Regional Respiratory Program Policy. Respiratory Fit Test mandatory.
• In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.
• Must be willing to take additional training as required and assigned by the employer.
• Must be an active member in good standing of the Ontario College of Trades.

Closing Statement

Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:

• Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca
• Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 6947 or 1-800-263-7215
• Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
• In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department