Job Description

Water Treatment Maintenance Operator

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Job Number:
J0725-0638
Position Title:
Water Treatment Maintenance Operator
Department:
Public Works
Appointment Status:
Full-Time Permanent
Employee Group:
CUPE 569
Job Category:
Water & Wastewater
Compensation:
$41.26/Hour
Closing Date:
August 17, 2025

Our City, Our Future

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St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John's is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John's a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

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The Human Resources Division is presently accepting applications for the Permanent position of Water Treatment Maintenance Operator with the Department of Public Works.

Accountabilities

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Under the direction of the Supervisor, Water Treatment, the following duties apply to the Windsor Lake Water Treatment Plant, Petty Harbour Long Pond Water Treatment Plant, pumping stations, meter stations, emergency diesel power systems, water reservoirs, valve chambers and other associated facilities.



Monitor, evaluate and adjust water treatment processes. Collect samples, interpret water analysis and compare with Canadian Drinking Water
Quality Guidelines.


Perform plant process control laboratory analysis. Evaluate characteristics of source water. Operate, maintain and repair equipment such as gas chlorinators, various water pumps,
electro-pneumatic equipment, mechanical screens, pressure reducing valves, air


compressors, vacuum pumps, fans, shafts, mechanical couplings, mechanical drives,


diesel engines, valves, piping, mechanical seals, and hot water heating systems.

Perform preventative maintenance programs on plant equipment. Safely use and maintain shop tools and equipment and comply with all health and safety
regulations.

Carry out inspections and keep records of operations and monitor activities in the
protected watershed.


Investigate water quality complaints by the public. Perform housekeeping duties of all water facilities. Perform security, safety and administrative procedures.
The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

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Graduation from high school supplemented by the successful completion of a Journeyman Certificate as a Millwright, Industrial Electrician, or Instrumentation and Control Technician, and have a minimum of five (5) years' experience in this field. The successful applicant must also possess a minimum of Level III certification in Water Treatment Operations. Appointments may be made of an applicant who possesses a certificate lower than Level III in Water Treatment Operations provided they can meet the Provincial requirements to obtain a Level III certificate in Water Treatment Plant Operations.




Applicants must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform maintenance and repairs to various water treatment equipment such as those described above. The City's selection procedure may include testing and does include a requirement that the successful candidate pass a medical and physical assessment. Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License.

Hours of Work

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Shift Work as required, Regular hours are 8am-4pm daily, including weekends and statutory holidays

Applicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 569, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.


This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.


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