Certified Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Operator Job Calgary area,Canmore Alberta Canada,Trades / Skilled Labor

Location: Canmore

Description

Highlights of the job

At EPCOR, we’re not just treating water – we’re shaping the future of sustainable communities. If you are enthusiastic about protecting public health and the environment and thrive in a role where your work directly impacts the safety and well-being of communities – this is your chance to make a difference. Join a forward-thinking utility committed to operational excellence and innovation!

If you’re committed to safety, operational excellence, and making a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you.

You will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of municipal water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This role performs a wide range of field and operational activities, supports emergency response, and contributes to maintaining regulatory compliance and high service standards for the community.

What you’ll be responsible for:

Reporting to the Lead Hand Operator, your key accountabilities are, but not limited to:

Ensuring all work is being performed in compliance with EPCOR’s Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) policy, Ethics and Compliance standards, and ISO
14001 requirements.

Perform the operation, inspection, and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems to ensure safe and reliable service delivery

Carry out water distribution activities, including:

Operation and maintenance of watermains, valves, hydrants, and service connections

Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) monitoring, adjustment, and basic troubleshooting

Water meter installation, replacement, testing, and routine reading

System flushing, leak detection, and pressure management

Water quality sampling and support for disinfection procedures

Responding to system issues, including main breaks and service interruptions

Perform wastewater collection system activities, including:

Inspection and maintenance of sewer mains, manholes, and lift stations

Sewer cleaning and flushing operations

Support CCTV inspection and condition assessment programs

Identification and response to blockages, inflow and infiltration (I&I), and backups

Monitor and respond to system conditions using SCADA systems, ensuring timely action on alarms and operational issues

Accurately document field activities, maintenance work, and inspections using CMMS and reporting systems

Interpret and utilize system maps, drawings, and GIS data to support operational tasks

Participate in emergency response and on-call rotation, including after-hours callouts and incident response

Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental requirements, including hazard assessments, confined space entry (CSE) procedures, chlorine handling protocols, and established safe work practices.

Work collaboratively with team members, contractors, and stakeholders to support efficient execution of maintenance and operational activities

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a strong focus on safety, service quality, and operational excellence

Collaborating with staff to meet all Approvals to Operate requirements, maintaining quality control on records, and preparing reports aligned with operational guidelines.

Developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures and updating system drawings to reflect current infrastructure.

Managing external contractors and ensuring adherence to all internal and external regulations.

Participating in internal and external compliance audits and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responding to client and public inquiries with professionalism and tact.

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications & Licensing:

A Grade 12 diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education)
A Water and/or Wastewater Technician Certificate/Diploma from a recognized educational institution is considered an asset.

Minimum Level II Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Operator certification in accordance with provincial regulatory requirements. Candidates holding an equivalent certification from another Canadian jurisdiction must be eligible for Alberta certification reciprocity and obtain Alberta certification upon hire.

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