Water and Wastewater Operator​/Utility Locator

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Jacobs is searching for a highly motivated, adaptable and communicative team player to join their projects in Huron East, Ontario. The incumbent will work in a team environment alongside other operators and contractors to ensure proper operation of the Municipal Water and Wastewater Systems while following all applicable regulations, legislation and procedures and the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard (DWQMS).

• Demonstrated experience/knowledge in the repair, replacement, installation and maintenance of water and wastewater system components.
• Strong knowledge of the relevant regulatory and legislative acts, codes, policies, guidelines and procedures related to water operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical procedures and QA/QC programs.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints and other technical specifications.
• Familiarity with computers, including monitoring and operating systems (SCADA) and other operational and process data collection/reporting systems.
• Analytical, problem‑solving, planning and scheduling skills required to effectively inspect, operate and monitor the facilities processes and equipment.
• Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance; take samples, interpret results and make process control adjustments to resolve operating issues.
• Good oral and written communication skills to liaise with a variety of people including coworkers, clients, suppliers, while keeping accurate logs and writing reports.
• Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative, manage multiple and changing demands and priorities while working independently and with other staff.
• Possess a valid Class G driver’s license throughout the course of employment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

This is a 1 year contract position with opportunity for full time after contract expires. Jacobs offers a competitive benefit package and an RRSP matching program.

• Candidates shall possess and maintain a Class 2 in Water Treatment and Class 3 in Wastewater Treatment.

• Consideration will also be given to candidates who currently have their lower Class 1, 2 or 3 licenses in Wastewater Treatment, Water Treatment. Remuneration will be based on demonstrated experience and level of license held.
• It is expected that the successful candidate will develop a good working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems and computer software applications utilized to operate and maintain the system and provide reporting. The incumbent will be required to respond to after hour calls and alarms associated with the Municipality’s Water and Wastewater Systems and is required to live within a 1 hour radius of the project to be able to respond as per the contract agreement.

Safety is a core value  are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Posted Salary Range Minimum
6,000.00
Posted Salary Range Upper
75,000.00
The base salary range for this position is $6,000.00 to $75,000.00.
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Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
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