Position Summary

Shawanaga First Nation is seeking a qualified, experienced, dependable and safety-conscious Level 2 Water Treatment Operator to support the safe, reliable and effective operation of the Nation’s Water Treatment Plant and drinking-water distribution system.

Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the Level 2 Water Treatment Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operation, monitoring, inspection, testing, maintenance and documentation associated with the community’s drinking-water treatment and distribution systems. The Operator will monitor treatment processes and water quality, perform operational testing and sampling, maintain accurate operating records, inspect equipment, identify and respond to alarms and abnormal operating conditions, assist with preventive and corrective maintenance, and respond to water-related emergencies.

The Operator is expected to exercise sound professional judgement and immediately report any condition that could affect drinking-water quality, public health, operational safety or the reliable operation of the water system.

Key Responsibilities

· Safely operate, monitor, inspect and maintain the community Water Treatment Plant and drinking-water distribution system within the limits of the employee’s certification and assigned responsibilities.

· Perform routine plant inspections and monitor source water/wells, treatment processes, pumps, chemical-feed systems, storage, pressure, flow, disinfection equipment, instrumentation, controls, alarms and associated equipment.

· Monitor, test and document operational parameters including chlorine residuals, turbidity, flow, pressure, chemical dosage and other required water-quality indicators.

· Conduct required operational testing, water sampling, monitoring and documentation in accordance with established procedures, sampling schedules and direction from the designated Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) and management.

· Collect, label, preserve and prepare microbiological and chemical water samples and coordinate delivery or submission to approved laboratories where required.

· Maintain accurate daily operating logs, inspection records, sampling records, chemical-use records, meter readings, maintenance records, incident reports and other required documentation.

· Monitor treatment chemical inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, safe storage and handling of chemicals, testing reagents and operating supplies.

· Inspect, calibrate, clean and maintain water-quality monitoring and testing equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operational procedures.

· Monitor plant alarms and respond appropriately to abnormal operating conditions, equipment failures, power interruptions, loss of pressure, water-quality concerns and other emergencies.

· Immediately report adverse or abnormal water-quality results, treatment failures, equipment failures and other significant operational concerns through established reporting and notification procedures.

· Perform and document routine preventive maintenance and assist qualified personnel or contractors with repairs to pumps, valves, chemical-feed equipment, instrumentation and other plant components.

· Inspect the distribution system and assist with leak detection and repair, flushing, valve operation, hydrant maintenance, service interruptions, disinfection and restoration of water service.





· Participate in watermain flushing, repairs, commissioning, disinfection and post-repair sampling activities when required.

· Assist with maintaining the Water Treatment Plant, wells, reservoirs, pump systems, chemical rooms and associated facilities in a clean, secure and protected operating condition.

· Follow all applicable safe-work procedures, including WHMIS, chemical handling, personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout and confined-space procedures where applicable.

· Participate in emergency response for watermain breaks, treatment-process failures, loss of pressure, adverse water-quality conditions, drinking-water advisories and other water-system emergencies.

· Participate in the plant’s after-hours/on-call rotation and be available for evenings, weekends, holidays and emergency callouts when scheduled or required.

· Work cooperatively with the Public Works Supervisor, designated ORO, other certified operators, Shawanaga First Nation management, technical advisors, laboratories, contractors and supporting agencies.

· Participate in operator training and professional development and maintain required certification, continuing education and training.

· Protect the confidentiality and integrity of operational, community and water-quality information.

· Maintain equipment, tools, testing instruments and work areas in a clean, safe and organized condition.

· Perform other related duties within the scope of the position and the employee’s certification, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

· Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or recognized equivalent.

· Valid Ontario Water Treatment Operator Certificate – Class II (Level 2), or an equivalent certification acceptable to Shawanaga First Nation for operation of its Water Treatment Plant.

· Water Distribution certification appropriate to the community’s distribution system is strongly preferred. The successful candidate may be required to obtain or maintain applicable distribution certification as a condition of employment.

· Minimum two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in drinking-water treatment and/or distribution, preferably including hands-on operation of a Class/Level 2 water treatment facility.

· Demonstrated knowledge of drinking-water treatment processes, disinfection, chemical-feed systems, pumps, instrumentation, sampling and water-quality monitoring.

· Knowledge of drinking-water distribution systems, including watermains, valves, hydrants, service connections, flushing and leak response.

· Experience collecting drinking-water samples and conducting routine operational water-quality testing.

· Ability to accurately complete operating logs, sampling documentation, maintenance records, inspection records and incident reports.

· Basic mechanical, electrical and troubleshooting abilities related to water-treatment and distribution equipment.

· Knowledge of WHMIS, chemical handling, PPE, lockout/tagout and safe work practices.

· Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License.



A valid DZ license is considered an asset.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team, exercise sound judgement and recognize when an operational or water-quality issue requires immediate escalation.

· Ability to participate in an after-hours/on-call schedule and respond to emergency situations.

· Ability and commitment to maintain all certifications, training and continuing-education requirements associated with the position.

Core Competencies

· Accountability, integrity and professionalism.

· Strong work ethic, dependability and attention to detail.

· Sound judgement, problem-solving ability and mechanical aptitude.

· Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records and communicate operational concerns promptly.

· Respectful communication with community members, co-workers, management and external service providers.

· Commitment to workplace safety, drinking-water quality and reliable community service.

Physical and Working Conditions

· Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs (23 kg) when required.

· Ability to perform physical work associated with plant inspections, routine maintenance and distribution-system activities.

· Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work around pumps, treatment equipment and mechanical systems.

· Ability to work in wet, noisy, hot, cold and outdoor environments and wear required personal protective equipment.

· Ability to safely handle treatment supplies and chemicals in accordance with training and established procedures.

· Ability to work outdoors in diverse and extreme weather conditions.

· Ability to respond to emergency situations outside regular working hours and participate in the on-call rotation.

Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) Designation

Appointment to this position does not automatically constitute designation as the Overall Responsible Operator (ORO). Where the successful candidate possesses the qualifications required by Shawanaga First Nation and is formally designated, the employee may also be assigned ORO responsibilities under a separate written designation. Any ORO duties will be clearly defined by the Nation and performed within the operator’s certification and assigned authority.

Employment Conditions

· The successful candidate must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

· The successful candidate must maintain a valid driver’s license and all required operator certifications throughout employment.

· The successful candidate must comply with Shawanaga First Nation policies, Public Works procedures, health and safety requirements and water-system operating procedures.

· Preference may be given to Indigenous candidates with relevant on-reserve employment experience and/or candidates with knowledge and understanding of Shawanaga First Nation history, community and culture.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) work-related references to:

Monica Verma

Human Resource Coordinator

Shawanaga First Nation

2 Village Road, Nobel, ON P0G 1G0

Cell: (437) 250-1157

Email: [email protected]

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Shawanaga First Nation.

Pay: $27.00-$33.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Level 2 Water Treatment Operator (Nobel)
🏢 Shawanaga First Nation
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