Utility Operator 1
Full Time | Permanent (40 hrs/week)
Starland County is seeking a permanent, full time, energetic, qualified Utility Operator 1 to join our team. The preferred qualifications for this role are a Level 1 Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Treatment, and Wastewater Collection certification. The successful applicant will have a minimum of five (5) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Utility Operator must have a valid Class 5 Drivers License with Q (airbrake) endorsement, however a class 3 license is preferred. The successful applicant will be operating a variety of equipment and tools related to maintenance and repair activities, and performing related duties as assigned.
The job duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Maintenance, repairs, and installation to water distribution and treatment facilities
- Water System Data Collection and Compliance Monitoring including meter reads
- Operating equipment including backhoe, excavators, sewer flusher, sewer camera
- Use of Line locating and detection equipment
- Install and repair water/sewer lines and services, meters, pumps, etc.
- Maintenance of Irrigation systems and equipment
- Data entry for assisting with compilation of monthly and yearly reporting requirements
*Please see the full job description below*
The successful applicant will be required to work a 40 hour work week with some on call duties after regular working hours. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $97,500. An excellent benefits package is available. The successful candidate must have the ability to represent the County in a professional and competent manner. In accordance with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below. This opportunity will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Starland County
Box 249, Morrin, AB T0J 2B0
Attention: Human Resources Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 403.772.3807
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.