Treatment Plants Operator Class 2

Term of Employment:

Full-TimeContinuing

Rate of Pay:

$37.58 per hour (Subject to CUPE 1015 Agreement Water and Wastewater Salary Grid)

Location:

Water Treatment Plant

Duties:

The Water Treatment Plant Operatoris responsible forthe safe and efficient operation of the Water Plant River Intake West End Reservoir and Upgrader Booster Station. Operatorsmonitorall facilities through a SCADA system and complete routine process issues or equipment failures are dealt with and the necessary corrective action ensure safe drinking water is provided to the residents of Lloydminster and that wecomply withthe Permit to Operate a Waterworks issued by the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency.

OperatingMonitoringand Inspecting

• Fulfill all the requirements outlined in the Permit to Operate a Waterworks.

• Observe and analyze operations through the SCADA and HMI systems.

• Daily plant start-up filter backwashes clarifier blowdown andshut-downof the Water Treatment Plant (WTP).

• Monitor plant processes interpret lab testresultsand make the necessary adjustments to ensureoptimumtreatment.

• Periodical checks of facilities and equipment to confirm proper operation and accuracy.

• Establish and adjust flow rates pressures and chlorine residuals to varying circumstances throughout the day.

• Make calculations todeterminechemical feed rates flow quantities detention and contact times asrequiredfor plant operation.

• Calibratemaintainand troubleshoot on-line instruments

• Load and unload chemicals such as chlorine tonners bulk liquid and powdered chemicals and Chemical Totes using proper handling equipment such as pallet jacks drumcarriersand overhead cranes.

Maintenance

• Carry out the preventative maintenance program at the WTP and facilities by completing the scheduled tasks and provide input on making changes to the program.

• Perform corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment at the WTP and facilities.

• Make or direct emergency repairs/adjustments to the facilities without compromising water quality.

• Update/maintaina maintenance file for each piece of equipment.

• Complete daily and monthly inspections to ensure proper operation of equipment.

• Repair/overhaulpumps motors HVAC equipment valveschemical feed equipment .and UV disinfection equipment

• Trouble shoot/repair problems with PLCsSCADAand computersystem.

• Ensure boilers and heating pumps are in good working order. Coordinate or perform maintenance asrequired.

• Building maintenance - plumbing painting and minor electrical.

• Lockout equipment andassistcontractors whenrequired.

Sample collection and Lab Testing

• Collect water samples and perform laboratory tests on samples for turbidity colour chlorine residual hardness alkalinity pH UVT manganese phosphates and nitrates.

• Collect distribution samples for bacteriological testing.

• Safely handle chemicals and wear proper PPE.

• Follow established testing procedures.

• Enter lab data correctly into a database.

Safety

• Createupdateand follow Standard Operating Procedures Safe Work Practices Job Safety Analysis and Field Level Hazard Assessments to ensure tasks are completed safely.

• Participate in and adhere to the City of Lloydminsters Safety Management system.

• Complete monthly safety inspections on AEDs first aid kits fire extinguishers ladders SCBA equipment and eyewash stations.

• Conduct facility inspections.

• Reportincidents andnear misses andparticipatein hazard identification.

• Perform safety and Emergency Response Plan drills.

• Enroll and stay current in courses such as Confined Space Training First Aid Fall Arrest Training and H2S Alive.

Other

• Contract services to the Alberta Central East Water Corporation (ACE) which includes Monitoring Inspecting Maintenance and Laboratory testing of the ACE Water Treatment Facility.

• Maintain plant records including operating logs daily diaries weeklymonthlyand annual reports chemical inventories equipment inventories/operating records and data logging duties.

• Order parts chemicals and supplies asrequired.

• Understand and interpret blueprints. technical drawings diagramsschematicsand construction documents.

• Research new or existing equipmentproductsand materials to improve WTP efficiency and operations.

• Discuss water quality with the public conduct plant tours (e.g. school children) andparticipatein department/municipal public relations programs.

• Attend training courses tomaintaina valid Water Treatment Operators Certification.

• Janitorial duties.

• Operating boats including launching and returning to trailer and pulling trailer.

• Inspecting and operating overhead cranes.

• Other related duties asrequired.

Schedule:

Determinedby the departments needs the successful applicant will work one of the following two schedules. 1) Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. 5: 2) rotating 10 hr day and night shift of 8 days on and 6 days position involves on call shifts.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 education

• Post-secondary certificate from a recognized institution in the field of Water Treatment/ Environmental Technology or an acceptable equivalent.

• Three years of operating experience

• Valid Saskatchewan or Alberta Water Treatment Certification

• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with commitment and focus.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and operators on theappropriate technicallevel.

• Positive attitude with great problem identification and resolution skills.

• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge.

• Demonstrate computer competency with Microsoft Applications and experience with SCADA and HMI Software

• Must be able tolift upto 22 kg (50 lbs).

• Willing to obtain safety certification in confined space entry and rescue fall arrest H2S Alive First Aid and Pleasure craftoperating.

• Valid Class 5 Vehicle Operators License registered in Alberta or Saskatchewan with an acceptable Drivers Abstract is position may berequiredtooperatea municipal vehicle for business purposes.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Successful applicantsmust provide proof of qualifications.

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

• Applicants with international education willbe requiredto include an Academic Credential Assessment with application

Closing Date:

February 10 2026

Posting Type:

Internal& External

Application Information:

The City of Lloydminster isan equal opportunity you have questions or require further information on this position pleasecontact us. All applications must besenttothe Employee Relations teamand received by the closing date.