Term:2PermanentFull Time positions available.

Closing Date: 10/30/2026

Labour Group: CUPE 859

Posting: 5804

This position is a CUPE 859 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 Supervisor VI (Sewer Operations), this position is responsible for performing a variety of field and office activities related to sewer system operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Inspects, and assists in the evaluation of, new and existing sanitary and storm sewer systems, including storm-water retention ponds.
- Ensures work activities are performed in accordance with approved standards, specifications and activity guidelines, including Corporate safety policies and regulations.
- Operates and maintains CCTV pole camera equipment in a secure and professional manner.
- Assists with the development and monitoring of a detailed annual work plan.
- Maintains comprehensive records of inspection activities performed and ensures forms are completed accurately.
- Reviews and analyses inspection activities and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Responds to customer service requests, enquiries and complaints, as required including spills. Investigates sewer system problems and initiates, or communicates need for, corrective action.
- Assists with flushing and cable brushing programs.
- Assists with training in the use and maintenance of sewer bypass equipment and confined-space entry procedures.
- Assists with the supervision of crews, as required.
- Installs, operates, and assists with the maintenance of, pumps, plugs and other miscellaneous equipment.
- Participates in on-going training, including operator certification training as directed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:





- Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- Five years’ experience including:
Three years of experience related to water and sewer systems
AND
Two years of experience repairing, inspecting and cleaning sewer collection systems.
- Possession of Level 2 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board.
- Possession of Level 2 Water Distribution Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be an asset.
- Possession of Level 3 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board would be an asset.
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
- Must comply with all safety related requirements.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

- Knowledge of both sanitary and storm sewer system standards, methods, materials, techniques and equipment including lift stations.
- Knowledge of related Corporate safety policies and regulations, bylaws, standards and specifications.
- Knowledge of related engineering terminology and techniques.
- Knowledge of water, sewer, electrical, gas, telephone and cable television subsurface installations.
- Ability to operate technical monitoring devices used in confined space entry procedures.
- Ability to compile data in a comprehensive manner.
- Demonstrated ability to regularly and consistently attend work to ensure effective operations and service delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to follow all applicable procedures and policies.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors and civic employees.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Skill in the care and use of office and field equipment, including hand-held data collectors and a computer.
- Ability to perform confined entries complete with necessary fall protection equipment and air qua

📌 Wastewater Inspector (Saskatoon)
🏢 City of Saskatoon
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