Maintenance Operator, Water Production

JOB SUMMARY

The Water Production branches operate and maintain the City's two water purification plants and the corresponding East or West remote pumping stations, reservoirs and communal well systems.

You are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the process equipment and process vessels (settling basins, clear wells, intake wells, etc.) at City Water Purification Plants and remote facilities (pumping stations, reservoirs, elevated tanks).

You serve as the certified Water Treatment Operator for the system isolation, draining, de-watering, de-chlorination, cleaning, disinfection, and filling of all process vessels associated with the purification and distribution of treated water.

You also complete chemical unloading for all water purification and treatment of process chemicals, diesel fuel and sodium hypochlorite for all remote sites, including the mitigation, clean-up and reporting of chemical spills in an industrial, production, regulated quality focused environment. Tasks are completed, and considerations must be taken, with coordination of skilled trades (maintenance & engineer staff) within the branch.

Systems and equipment used:

• Process chemical storage
• Metering and valve control systems (e.g. sulphuric acid, sodium hypochlorite, aluminum sulphate, sodium silicate, sodium hydroxide, sodium bisulphite, hydrofluorosilicic acid, aqueous ammonia, etc.)
• Raw water
• Treated drinking water
• Effluent Water
• Valve systems
• Sludge collection
• Transfer & mixing systems

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12

Minimum of 3 years of environmental, industrial, or chemical related work experience in an industrial or laboratory environment

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Working knowledge of mechanics, functions and emergency shutdowns on tanker trucks
• Working knowledge of chemistry, physics, hydraulics and electrical devices
• Relevant Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate change acts, regulations, standards and guidelines
• Relevant Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) acts, regulations, standards and guidelines
• Branch, Departmental, unit and Section roles and responsibilities
• Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration (CVOR) Vehicle Requirements, as identified by the Province of Ontario
• Math concepts applicable to the trade
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment, materials and maintenance procedures
• Computer system applications pertinent to Water Treatment and remote facilities including supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) Systems, Maintenance management Systems (MMS) and MS Office/Outlook
• Knowledge of Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) rules and regulations
• WHMIS
• Roles and responsibilities of process and skilled trades staff
• Maintenance, repairs and procedural methods for cleaning and inspection of water treatment equipment and vessels
• Detailed knowledge of city of Ottawa's water purification plants and remote facilities
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work effectively with others and independently
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including technical tests, other reports and forms
• Perform related preventative and corrective maintenance procedures
• Ability to operate small and large equipment (Manitou, Forklift, Pallet Lift)
• Analyze, identify, prioritize and solve problems quickly and effectively
• Ability to use a wide range of hand tools; heating, cutting, welding tools, machine shop tools, measurement tools and testing equipment
• Good organizational skills
• Follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision
• Record information/data in a clear and concise manner
• Safely use all required/provided, appropriate or specialized personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment such as SCBA, rescue equipment, personal gas monitor and fall protection
• While assignments are covered by established methods and procedures, judgement is required in adapting these guidelines to obtain the desired; end
• Strong awareness of safety
• Works well without supervision
• Works well with others
• Punctual, dependable, high degree of reliability and good record of attendance
• Conscientious
• Alert
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Shows initiative and strong judgement
• Effective interpersonal skills in order to interact with supervisors, managers, colleagues and contractors
• Ability to work in and around confined spaces
• Ability to perform assigned tasks, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and elevated platforms
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours
• Required to work in inclement weather