Utility Operator in Training
Corix
- Kamloops, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Control flow and processing of water/wastewater, residuals, and finished water/effluent, operating valves and gates either manually or by remote control
- Monitor gauges, meters and control panels and observes variations in operating conditions
- Collect samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses, interpreting test results to determine processing requirements
- Ensure plant records are accurate and up to date
- Under general supervision:
- Start and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly sampling of all aspects of the wastewater utility systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Operate, inspects and services equipment in water and wastewater, including hydraulics, pumps, valves etc
- Perform related security, safety and administrative procedures involving chemical hazards, personal protective equipment, general health and safety procedures, and emergency preparedness
- Maintain emergency preparedness binders and field operating manuals
- Undertake routine repairs to water distribution and wastewater treatment and collection systems
- Maintain shift logs, recoding meter and gauge readings
- Perform other related duties as required
- Water/Wastewater Operator in Training Certificate
- Preferred: Wastewater Collection 1 Certificate
- Hours of work may include weekends and on-call