Requisition ID: 19972 Department: Infrastructure & Water Services Dept. Service: Water Facilities & Treatment Services Branch: Wastewater Treatment Branch - WET Employment Type: 2 Full-time Temporary - Up to one year Work Hours: 40.00 hours per weekAffiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside Salary Information: $61,863.36 - $72,377.76 annually (2024 rates of pay)Location: ROPEC, 800 Green's Creek City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Maintenance and Trades Application Close: 08/12/2025JOB SUMMARY
The Wastewater Treatment Branch manages the operation and maintenance of the major City wastewater treatment facility and various communal treatment systems, provides technical expertise for wastewater treatment process technologies, and is responsible to protect public health by ensuring all environmental compliances and preventive and corrective maintenance are performed as required.
You are responsible to perform routine maintenance and operation of mechanical equipment, systems, and sewage process vessels, at the City’s wastewater treatment plant. Work is performed in compliance with the provincial Ministry of Environment sewage treatment legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other governing federal, provincial legislation regulations/standards/guidelines, as well as City Policies and Procedures.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of Grade 12
Minimum of 2 years of environmental, industrial, mechanical, chemical or maintenance related work experience preferably in a water or wastewater environment.CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Must obtain and maintain Ontario MOE Class 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate within the timeframe determined by the employerValid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulatedValid Ontario unrestricted D class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated is an assetMust complete all required on-the-job training/certifications (e.g. WHMIS, fall arrest, confined space entry, etc.) within the timeframe determined by the employer. KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of sewage treatment process
Fundamentals of computerized maintenance management systems and automated process measurement and control
Knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, physics, as well as hydraulics, mechanical and electrical devices
Knowledge of current Provincial regulations pertaining to sewage treatment
Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints, drawings and work orders
Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act
Knowledge of City of Ottawa Policies and Procedures
Knowledge of relevant corporate computer systems and applications including MS Office (Outlook, Work, Excel),MAP
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Manual dexterity and skill to use/operate various tools/equipment;
Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with all levels of staff;
Follow instructions, and work independently with minimum supervision;
Record data in a clear, concise and accurate manner;
Recognize maintenance concerns to prevent the need for costly repairs;
Must be able to comply with the City of Ottawa’s Respiratory Protection Policy;
Keen awareness of safety;
Good listening and communications skills;
Works well with others;
Good attendance record;
Conscientious;
Dependable and alert;
Work in confined spaces, on elevated platforms, and in other hazardous work environments;
Work with, use and demonstrate to others on all required Personal Protective Equipment;
Must be able to carry out all physical requirements for this position, including heavy lifting.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.
