Water and Wastewater Operator

Water and Wastewater Operator

Regular/Full-Time

Manitoba Public Service Delivery

Operations – District 2, Asset Management

Milner Ridge, MB

Advertisement Number: 44482

Salary Range: $62,671.00 - $73,421.00 per year

Closing Date: October 1, 2025

 

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages, and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

 

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

 

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

 

The Manitoba government is seeking a highly motivated individual to work with the Asset Management Division of Central Services as a Water and Wastewater Operator. The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees. The Water and Wastewater Operator is eligible for stand-by pay every third week for seven days. 

 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess Water Treatment Class 2, Water Distribution Class 1, Wastewater Treatment Class 1, and Wastewater Collection Class 1 certifications. 
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Drivers Licence.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry check and Internal Security Clearance.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position for extended periods of time (e.g. working alone, operating equipment, exposure to varied weather conditions, crawling, climbing ladders & scaffolds, vibrations, noise, dust, lifting up to 25kg, and wearing personal protective equipment). 
• Must be willing to be on-call and work weekends on a rotational basis.

 

Qualifications:
Essential: 

• Experience working in a water and wastewater treatment facility, completing daily water tests and ensuring quality control of potable water.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment used in the performance of duties in a water/wastewater treatment and distribution plant.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (ie: Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of Workplace Safety & Health Act, safety policies, and safe work procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize and make effective work-related decisions. 
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with contractors, clients, and the general public.

 

Duties:
Reporting to the Operator in Charge - Water & Wastewater Operations, the incumbent operates and maintain the processes and equipment used in the treatment of wastewater and potable water in compliance with Provincial Regulations. While on shift the incumbent is responsible for delivering safe potable water to our client and ensuring the environment is protected through proper wastewater disposal.

 

 

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Advertisement No. 44482

Talent Acquisition – Executive Recruitment

Human Resource Services

608-330 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB.  R3C 0C4

Phone: 204-945-6892

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: [email protected]

 

 

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

 

When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

 

Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

 

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.