Wastewater System Maintenance Temporary Job

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Supervisor VI (Sewer Operations), this position performs a variety of labouring duties within the Sewer Operations section.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to and performs labouring requests that can include rehabilitation of manholes, catch basins, assisting the operator of the Hydro-Excavator truck in a variety of soft-digging and day-lighting operations, assisting with the repair of water main valves and curb stops.
• Supervision of hand crews when Supervisor VI is not present.
• Operates related tools and equipment, e.g. jack-hammer, saw cutting tools, hoists and skid-steer loader, as required.
• Installs road warning signs and barricades in accordance with approved standards. Responds to enquiries and concerns from contractors and the public.
• Performs routine safety checks and servicing, e.g. maintaining fluid levels and greasing, of equipment such as one-ton air compressor saws, skid-steer loader and other related tools for the job.
• Identifying problems with existing grade levels, structural deficiencies, compaction process and recommends corrective measures.
• Consults with the meter shop staff, as required, and informs them when jobs are complete.
• Ensures an appropriate inventory of supplies are available.
• Complies with current Occupational Health and Safety regulations, including confined space entry procedures.
• Performs the duties of the Waste Water Inspector as required.
• Participates in on-going training, including operator certification training as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• One years’ related experience with repairing and rehabilitating sewer systems, or approved equivalency.
• Level 2 Water Distribution Certification and Level 2 Water Collections Certificate would be considered an asset.
• Successful completion of a recognized skid-steer loader operator safety training certification program within 3 months of hire.
• Successful completion of trench safety training, confined space, fall protection and H2S awareness training, training provided upon hire.
• Successful completion of confined space rescue training, training provided upon hire.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 3AG license.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid first aid certificate, training provided upon hire.
• Knowledge of the correct operating procedures and practices for equipment and tools related to water and sewer operations.
• Knowledge of related occupational health and safety requirements, including traffic control regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize and perform own work in an expedient manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform confined entries complete with necessary fall protection equipment and air quality monitoring equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties, including outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.