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Lethbridge County is seeking a Water and Wastewater Operator to join our team. We offer a full benefit package and enrollment in the LAPP pension plan after completion of the probationary period.
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Competition #:
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UT-2017-01
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Department:
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Utility Services
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Pay Class:
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If Certified Level I- Class 5 – CUPE 2800 Contract, $28.76 for the first 6 months, then $30.53 (2017 rates listed)
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If Certified Level II -Class 7 – CUPE 2800 Contract, $31.12 for the first 6 months, then $32.87 (2017 rates listed)
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Reports To:
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Supervisor of Utility Services and Utilities Foreman III
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Qualifications:
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Preference will be given to a candidate with level I or II certification in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment.
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Consideration will be given to candidates with post-secondary education in Water and Wastewater from an accredited institution or equivalent experience and training may be considered.
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Candidate should have experience in operating water and wastewater facilities, and construction, installation, and repair of water and wastewater mains and service connections.
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Hold a valid Class 3 Drivers License with air brake endorsement is preferred. A copy of driver’s license abstract is mandatory yearly as per legislation.
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Education and Training is ongoing 3.6 CEU’s are the minimum requirement every three years to keep certificates valid.
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Training Requirements: WHIMIS,TDG training, Confined Space Entry and Rescue, Trenching Safety, First Aid and Defensive Driving as well as Flagging Safety, Traffic Control and OHS legislation.
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Candidate must be physically fit, accountable to work independently and be a self-starter.
Duties:
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Assist in the operations, monitoring and recording of all Water and Wastewater systems under Lethbridge County control.
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Assist with the day to day operations of the Lethbridge Regional Waste Management Services Commission. (4 transfer stations and burn pit).
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Movement of the fifth wheel recycling trailers when necessary. CUPE External Job Posting Utilities - Water and Wastewater Operator
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Respond to utility concerns and water quality complaints from the public in a safe, cordial and respectful manner.
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Assist with buried utility locates as requested through the Alberta One Call System.
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Various other duties or assignments as required and within scope of Utility Services.
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A full copy of the Job Description for a certified level 1 operator is available on the Lethbridge County Website under this job posting.
Working Conditions:
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This position will be based out of the Picture Butte Shop. Hours will vary between 8-9 hours seasonally, as per the Collective agreement.
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Position is subject to overtime in order to complete tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
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This position is required to be on call 1 week every month.
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Dealing with the public is inevitable and must be done with professionalism and patience.
If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, please apply by sending a:
To: Lethbridge County, Human Resources
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#100, 905 - 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4E4
This competition was posted Friday, February 10, 2017 and will remain open until 4:00 pm on Friday, February 24, 2017.
Lethbridge County thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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