Water​/Wastewater Operator

Salary Range: $87,578.00 To $ Annually

As a leader in modernization, innovation, and creativity, East Gwillimbury is proud to be selected as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2025. Located along Highway 404 in northern York Region, East Gwillimbury is a premier centre for growth within the GTA and is also Canada’s fastest-growing municipality (based on 2021 Census data). EG offers competitive wages and benefits and prioritizes the mental and physical well-being of its employees through social events, wellness programs, and fitness facilities.

Employees also have access to more than 50 kms of trails to enjoy the beauty of EG while at work.

The Town of East Gwillimbury is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it is important our workforce reflects the citizens we serve. We respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. Join our team and see the EG difference!

Reporting to the Supervisor of Water/Wastewater, the Water/Wastewater Operator will primarily be responsible for the operations, monitoring and maintenance of the Town’s municipal drinking water systems, small drinking water systems and wastewater collection systems to ensure the safe delivery of potable drinking water and reliable wastewater services to our community while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This position performs a wide variety of maintenance and operational activities on these systems including, but not limited to, water sampling, infrastructure inspections, maintenance and repair of water and sewer infrastructure, sanitary pump station maintenance and the collection, water meter installation, reading and repair, and recording of operational data. This position investigates and responds to inquiries from the public, contractors, and utilities in a prompt and professional manner.

In addition, operation and maintenance of tools and equipment including pumps, pipe locators, gas detectors, confined space, CCTV equipment, and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, loader, trench boxes, etc.

Candidates must possess a valid Class 1 Water Distribution Operator certificate and a Class 1 Wastewater Collection Operator certificate; with a preference for Class 2 Wastewater Collection certificate. The preferred candidate will also have three years related work experience and knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems operation, components, and maintenance. Civil Engineering Technology or Environmental Technology Diploma and eligible for Certified Engineering Technician (C.Tech

or CET) designation from the Ontario Association of Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) is an asset. DZ driver’s license with the ability to operate heavy equipment is an asset. You also bring strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively, professionally and courteously work with all levels of staff, external contacts and the general public; ability to work in a team environment, and possess a strong understanding of the following legislative regulations:
Safe Drinking Water Act (2002) and its Regulations, the Ontario Water Resources Act and its Regulations, the Ontario Drinking Water Quality Management Standards (DWQMS), O.Reg 169/03 Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards, O.Reg 170/03 Drinking Water Systems, O.Reg 128/04 Certification of Drinking Water System Operators and Water Quality Analysis, O Reg 129/04 Licensing of Sewage Works Operators, and O.Reg 225/14, Water Taking.

Must have the ability to work rotational on-call, evenings, weekends, and overtime as required.

Rate of Pay
: $87,578 - $103,027 (Band 5 – 2026 rates)

Final date to receive applications is January 11, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of East Gwillimbury is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Town of East Gwillimbury will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Town’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection.