Automation and Control Technologist Reporting to the Supervisor Operations, PCS/SCADA, is responsible for providing project co-ordination, supervision of project implementation, contract administration and quality control as it relates to PCS/SCADA projects; ensuring PCS/SCADA standards are adhered to in new asset creation, upgrades and modifications; trouble shooting PCS/SCADA problems; updating and modifying PAC(Process Automation Controller) programs; conducting quality control checks and updating and maintaining procedures and program applications.

The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) believes in Our Communities, Our Environment and Our People. As a trusted partner to municipalities, First Nations communities, businesses, governments and institutions across Ontario, we provide our clients with total solutions in water and wastewater. We are dedicated to working closely with our clients to help them build healthy, sustainable communities and organizations, and provide safe, reliable drinking water to thousands of Ontarians each day.

The Manager of Water & Wastewater Planning will be responsible for the strategic leadership, development, management, and administration of planning and infrastructure management for Water and Wastewater assets within the Public Works department, overseeing a group made up of professional staff, technical specialists, and project managers.

The City of Port Colborne, located on the south coast of the scenic Niagara region, Niagara’s Port of Call has found the perfect balance – successful industrial and commercial sectors, comfortable and scenic residential areas, white sand beaches, unique culinary choices, the world class Sugarloaf Marina, fishing, golfing, trails, shopping districts along the historic Welland Canal and an energized festival and entertainment scene that includes live theatre – truly a community that adds to the overall Niagara Experience. A great place to work and raise a family! As a fully licensed Water Distribution-Wastewater Collection System Operator, you will perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to collection and analysis of established water quality tests, collection of water samples for lab analysis, participation in the water on-call rotation, safely drive and operate all assigned equipment and attachments, conduct periodic flushing activities, inspection and maintenance of the water distribution system, responding to and investigating various types of complaints. On an as-needed basis, the Water Wastewater Operator provides operational support to other infrastructure services (i.e. snowplowing relief), and performs other duties as assigned. Classroom training sessions are required on a regular basis to obtain required Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and On-the-Job (OTJ) training hours The ideal candidate will have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, MECP Certification in Water Distribution Class 1 & Wastewater Collection System Class 1, a valid DZ license and a valid Basic First Aid/CPR certificate, along with a minimum of one year experience working with municipal water/wastewater services, equipment and performing maintenance related duties; or equivalent. Strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills are required. Consideration will be made for applicants who have MECP Operator-in-Training (OIT) Certification in Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection, but Class 1 is preferred. This is a full time union position based on 40 hours per week. Depending on your qualifications, the pay range is $27.76 - $30.91 per hour with a competitive benefit and pension package. For full details, please see the job description at https://www.portcolborne.ca/en/city-hall/water-wastewater-operator-ii.aspx To confidentially explore this exciting and challenging opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter quoting Competition #2021-71 by 4:00pm on October 1, 2021. City of Port Colborne 66 Charlotte Street, Port Colborne, Ontario L3K 3C8 Or by e-mail to: hr@portcolborne.ca Fax: 905-835-2969 We thank all those who apply, but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Port Colborne is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Human Resources staff of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate.

Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join the Environmental Services Department. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Reporting to the Supervisor Water Distribution, the position involves the operation of a Level III Water Distribution System including rotating On-Call responsibilities. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: • Clearly and effectively communicate operational information with supervisors and coworkers. • Maintain proper and legible operations records. • Repair distribution system leaks – mains, services, valves and hydrants. • Participate in water distribution system maintenance programs including hydrant flushing, valve exercising, dead end water main flushing, Spring and Fall Hydrant maintenance. • Handle customer complaints as per applicable SOP’s. • Tap water mains. • Complete Subdivision securities maintenance inspections. • Complete pre and post construction inspections. • Work in confined spaces and from heights. • Assume OIC responsibilities, if required, when suitably certified and experienced. • Clean and maintain work environment in a hygienic state. • Perform on-call duties (24/7) as part of a weekly rotation. • Be available within 20 minutes response time when on-call. • Participate in JH&SC and QMS audits and inspections. EDUCATION/SPECIALIZED TRAINING/SKILLS: The position will require: Essential (minimum) Qualifications: • Successful completion of a minimum two (2) year post-secondary program in Civil Engineering or Environmental field or other suitable equivalent that would enable operator certification up to the level of the facility (in accordance with O. Reg. 128/04 as amended from time to time). • OIT Water Distribution Subsystem MECP Certification or must obtain within 3 months of hire date Asset (preferred) Qualifications: • Valid Class DZ Driver’s license with safe driving record, to be held and maintained. • Level I Water Distribution Subsystem MECP Certification. • Ability to obtain licensing to the level of the Facility (WD 3). • Working knowledge of provincial Safe Drinking Water Act and Associated Regulations. • Working Knowledge of Infrastructure and Construction Practices. • Working Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act with emphasis on Trenching, Shoring, and Confined Space Entry. • Current First Aid, CPR and WHMIS training. • Basic computer skills including email, MS Word, Excel, Outlook. • Excavating experience. • Ability to complete tasks involving heavy pushing, pulling, and lifting on a regular basis; work in an uncontrolled environment / condition; work in a construction environment, i.e. traffic, uneven ground; recognize hazards and be able to assist in mitigating and controlling hazards. • Ability to lift and move heavy objects (at least 50 lbs.). WORK EXPERIENCE: Essential (minimum) Qualifications: • Operational experience performing a variety of operational duties in a Large Municipal Residential Water Distribution System (as defined in O. Reg. 170 under the SDWA) or minimum 2 years’ experience in construction of Water Distribution / Wastewater Collection or Facilities mechanical construction working around excavations and heavy equipment • Demonstrated exceptional mechanical aptitude. • Hand and power tool use. Asset (preferred) Qualifications: • General sampling experience for colour, turbidity, chlorine, and bacteriological.