Operations Labourer Full-time Job

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Supervisor VI (various workgroups), this position assists in the operation of sewer cleaning equipment, water operations/inspections and water & sewer maintenance activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspects and cleans sewer mains, manholes, catch basins, outfalls, storm ponds and any other appurtenances on the sanitary and storm sewer systems, or otherwise, as required.
• Operates and troubleshoots all water system components necessary to de-energize, re-energize, inspect and maintain hydrants.
• Assists in performing a variety of manual labouring duties, including repairing water mains, sanitary and storm sewer mains, primary water mains and all appurtenances, such as hydrants, valves, manholes, catch basins and leads.
• Assists with the operation of sewer flushing and/or vacuum equipment.
• Operates pumps and miscellaneous equipment.
• Installs road warning signs and barricades in accordance with approved standards.
• Complies with current Occupational Health and Safety regulations, including confined space entry procedures.
• Participates in on-going training, including operator certification training as directed. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training Requirements:

• Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Level 1 Level 1 Water Distribution and Level 1 Waste Water Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be considered an asset
• Complete approved Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection programs/courses within 6 months of hire.
• Pass Level 1 Water Distribution and Level 1 Wastewater Collection Saskatchewan Operator Certification Exams within 12 months of hire.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid first aid certificate, training provided upon hire.
• Successful completion of confined space, fall protection and H2S awareness training, training provided upon hire.
• Successful completion of H2S awareness training, training provided upon hire. 
• Successful completion of Trench Safety training, training provided upon hire
   

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: 

• Knowledge of related corporate safety policies and regulations, bylaws, standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as applied to sewer main maintenance, water operations/inspections, and water and sewer repairs including traffic control regulations and procedures.
• Ability to operate sewer main maintenance equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Ability to perform confined entries complete with necessary fall protection equipment and air quality monitoring equipment. 
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.