Equipment Operator III - Sewer & Drainage Operations

Jurisdiction: CUPE Local 21 Sewer & Drainage Operations Type of Posting: Hourly Salary: $Date Posted : October 13, 2026 We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply.

This position operates heavy mobile and stationary equipment in the Sewer and Drainage Operations Branch as part of the Field Operations team.The position carries out assignments where emphasis is placed on superior operating skill and where errors in judgement may be costly, difficult to rectify and may involve personal hazard to others.This position typically reports to a Crew Lead or Coordinator.

Operate

Sewer and Drainage Operations Class III equipment, safely, efficiently, and effectively including hydro-vac units, front-end loaders, steam boilers, and other designated Class III equipment. Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and minor repairs as are necessary to ensure equipment is kept in positive operating condition. During winter months, this position will be required to operate high pressure boilers, thawing frozen valves, curb boxes, fire hydrants, catch basins and other water assets.

Read and interpret water linear system drawings and operational information as required. Read and interpret water distribution linear system drawings and operational information as required. Provide field locates for water infrastructure and reporting of work performed.





Provide direction and training of other employees as required. Typically, the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through a minimum of 2000 hours experience as a Skilled Labourer in Water or Sewer Operations with demonstrated ability to operate water or sewer operations Class III equipment competently. Must obtain Level 1 Operator Certification, as identified under the Saskatchewan Water or Wastewater Works Operator Certification Standard, in their designated operating area (Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection) within one (1) year.

Thorough knowledge of the operation, care, mechanics, and routine maintenance involved in the operation and routine maintenance of water and sewer linear systems Class III equipment. Demonstrated working knowledge of methods, procedures, maintenance, and operation associated with the various linear systems in water and sewer operations. Ability to provide direction and training to other employees who may be assigned as helpers.

Demonstrated ability and initiative to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to assist in training other employees in the operation, servicing, maintenance, and care of equipment. Demonstrated ability to provide written reports, calculating units of accomplishment, for work completed and documenting any problems that were encountered.

Ability to apply the general rules and regulations of the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act, City of Regina Occupational Health and Safety Manual and National Safety Code. Must be willing and able to obtain Trailing Towing training. Must be able and willing to perform work of a physical nature in field environments and inclement conditions.

Must be willing to be on call, perform overtime, and work shift and/or irregular hours. Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.

Note: Only applications submitted via our online application system are accepted #

📌 Equipment Operator III - Sewer & Drainage Operations (Regina)
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