Environmental Services Operator

Position Details

• Location: Water Treatment Plant
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours of Work: 40 Hours per Week
• Hourly Rate: $35.80 - $43.95
• Department: Environmental Services
• Closing Date: October 15, 2026 at 12:00PM

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and inspect water distribution and wastewater collection system assets
• Perform water quality and system tests and take corrective actions
• Perform operations and maintenance activities supporting the optimal operation of water and wastewater treatment plants
• Read flow meters, gauges, and other recording instruments to measure water output and consumption levels, turbidity content and chlorine levels
• Observe and record information related to pumps, valves, motors, and other water treatment equipment
• Maintain data logs and perform laboratory analysis including MOE regulatory compliance sampling and submission
• Perform lab work, analyze test results and instrument readings and make adjustments
• Conduct hydrant checks and repair or replace hydrants; Maintain areas around hydrants in a clean and safe manner
• Store, handle and mix chemicals and use in accordance with standard operating procedures or as dictated by water quality
• Monitor, repair, and replace distribution pipelines and fixtures for a variety of Municipal systems
• Troubleshoot and repair main sewage line breaks and installs new lateral lines
• Respond to emergency callouts and coordinate repairs to water and wastewater equipment and services
• Respond to questions and complaints from the public by providing information and resolving problems
• Conduct preventative maintenance and repair work on electrical pumps, valves, mixers and piping and checks valves and drains
• Clean up spills of a variety of materials, including hazardous materials
• Complete logbook entries and daily record sheets and prepare reports and work orders
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with relevant standards, legislation, and regulations
• Comply with Municipality of Kincardine policies and procedures
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Education & Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Environmental Studies or a related field of study
• Wastewater Treatment and Collection - Class 2
• Water Treatment and Distribution - Class 2
• Operators with OIT or Class 1 Licenses may be considered
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License; Valid Ontario DZ License is considered an asset

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Previous experience in the electrical/mechanical fields
• Demonstrated communications skills - written, verbal and interpersonal
• Comfortable working independently and in a field environment
• Ability to work safely and take initiative
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment in decision-making
• Demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude

Additional Employment Information

• Regular, Full-Time Position
• Union Position
• Group 5 (Step 1 $35.80/hr - Step 5 $43.95/hr)
• 40 Hours per Week
• Participation in the Operator on-call rotation

This job posting is for an existing position within our organization. Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by October 15, 2026 at 12:00PM.