Assistant Plant Operator

This position is a CUPE 47 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Operations Manager (Wastewater Treatment), and the direction of the Plant Operator, this position performs a variety of duties assisting with wastewater treatment plant operation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors the Wastewater Treatment Plant and sewage pumping stations operation, alarm systems, plant security systems and telephones by utilizing the System Control and Data Acquisition (SCDA) systems. Reviews and compiles manually generated reports and SCDA system reports.
• Observes and inspects instrument readouts and plant equipment. Makes minor repairs, as required.
• Operates wastewater pumps, automatic rakes, skimmers and other powered ...