Water Treatment and Wastewater Disposal OperatorMaintainer
Water Treatment and Wastewater Disposal OperatorMaintainer
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Job Description
The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. At the City the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community strengthening our ability to provide highquality services and excellent customer service to residents. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons to selfdeclare when submitting their applications.
Reporting to the Superintendent Water and Sewer and under the direct supervision of the Supervisor Water treatment and wastewater disposal the Water treatment and wastewater disposal operator/maintainer the incumbent is required to perform maintenance on and perform the day to day operation of City assets including the Water Treatment Plant Pumphouses Liftstations boilers and related equipment. The Water Treatment and Waste Disposal Operator/Maintainer maintains safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and treatment processes ensuring reliable production and supply of high quality potable water in accordance with the Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines and the Public Health Act. They will be required to be included in a standby rotation for emergencies that come up outside of normal business hours which will include scheduled overtime and callouts.
The incumbent is required to hold or have the willingness to obtain a Class II Water Treatment Certification through the City a valid Class 5 NWT Drivers License and a minimum of an NWT Class 5 Operating Engineers certificate. The incumbent must hold a Forklift Operator Certification or be willing to obtain the certification through on the job training. A minimum of 3 years related work experience in a similar environment is required.
Other job related training that may be required and provided by the City will include but not be limited to include: Fall Arrest Confined space Transportation of Dangerous Goods First Aid Bear Awareness and Flagperson.
The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $98175 per annum as well as a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan and monthly housing and vacation travel allowances totaling $450. For further information or clarification of the job description please contact Human Resources at
This position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as screening and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis.
Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: to submit your resume/proof of education.
Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Employment Type
Full-Time
