Team Lead, Operations

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Responsible for carrying out all field related job details as related to the water industry. Responsible for carrying out and enforcing all safety rules to assure a safe workplace. Responsible for leading and directing Liberty and contractor crews. Ability to perform as a lead operator in absence of Supervisor of Field Service.

• Responsible for making thorough analysis and decisions of job details and emergencies
• Organize, lead, and direct Liberty staff and contractors as required .Assists in creating annual meter reading and weekly lock-off schedules
• Maintains and accounts for all tools and equipment and assigned vehicles.
• Fills out all paperwork on daily job safety inspection sheets.
• Performs leak repairs, maintains mains, fire hydrants, installation of new services, setting meters, changing out meters, and repairs services as needed
  
  Completes all service orders and paperwork assigned daily.
• Assists in the preparation and completion of service orders and other paperwork.
• Operates various hand and power tools and mechanical equipment while installing, operating, and repairing mains, services, meters, valves, and fire hydrants
  
  Helps install, tap, re-line, disinfect, test, and connect water mains and appurtenances
  
  Involved in shutdowns, repairs, disinfects, and restores water service to customers and tests for leaks.
• May take water quality samples.
  
  Safely set up work area traffic controls
  
  Repairs, disinfects, and tests broken water mains
  
  Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Reports all unsafe activities to supervisor, EHS Manager, and/or Human Resources Attends and participates in weekly safety meetings
  
  Perform and interpret meter testing and update CIS with test results

• Must possess a Grade 3 Water Distribution Certificate, or have the ability to obtain within 18 months. Grade 4 Water Distribution Certificate desired.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record. Class A driver's license required (location specific)
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of related experience in water utility
• Be proficient in the use and functions of the (C.I.S.) Customer Information System Program
• Must be able to work independently and responsibly with minimal supervision and function in a team environment
• Must have basic computer skills, including PC Windows operations knowledge and experience with communication devices
• Able to follow Company rules, procedures, and directions from a supervisor and/or Management
• Maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. This includes, but is not limited to, those to whom the position reports to, supervisors, coworkers, public, vendors, contractors, etc.
• Be able to exercise independent judgment, discretion, professionalism, and tact in all areas of work including matters of a sensitive and/or confidential manner
• Be able to travel occasionally
• Must be able to perform a wide range of physically strenuous tasks
• Obtains CPR and First Aid training
• Able to perform most utility service tasks and operate all field…