Utility Operator

Full job description
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
UTILITY OPERATOR


Job Description
The Rural Municipality of Wallace-Woodworth is seeking a motivated individual for the
permanent full-time position of Utility Operator at the Virden Municipal Office.

The Utility Operator reports to the Utility Manager and will be responsible for providing support
for the water treatment; distribution operations; and wastewater systems within the
Municipality, until they are certified to manage the systems on their own.

Duties and responsibilities

Support Distribution Operators and Water Treatment Plant Managers
Perform general maintenance tasks on a regular basis
Do daily checks on the booster stations (distribution systems) and Water Treatment
Plants (WTP), when trained to do so
Read and record data from the booster stations, WTP and supply wells
Complete reports on Word, Excel and other computer software
Operate flush outs on distribution system
Assist during water breaks and line locates, as needed
All other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
High school graduate at minimum
A Class I or II Certification in one or all the Water and Wastewater Facility Operators
Certification Program from the Province of Manitoba is an asset OR be willing to complete
the courses and certification necessary to work on the water & wastewater system
through the Manitoba Environment and Climate Change Certification Program

Holds a valid Class 5.0 Driver’s License
Able to work shifts and on call weekends
Proficient with computer applications – Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word,
Outlook, etc.
Computer experience in GPS equipment, ArcMap software, GIS data collection, and
Google earth is an asset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail, thoroughness, and organizational skills are required
Any mechanical trades experience or mechanical work experience would be considered
an asset
Physically capable of walking through rough terrain

A complete job description is available upon request. This is a unionized position. The successful
candidate can expect a salary reflective of their experience and qualifications. The position will

be eligible for a full benefits package after 6 months, including employer-paid Blue Cross
insurance and a matched pension. Interested candidates should submit a resume with three
professional references by:

E-mail: info@wallace-woodworth.com
Mail/Drop-off: R.M. of Wallace-Woodworth Municipal Office

154023 PR 257 Box 2200 (Corner of 83 Hwy & PR 257) Virden, Manitoba R0M 2C0


This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is located.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.