Water Treatment/Distribution Operator

Water Treatment/Distribution Operator

Lakefront Utility Services Inc. (LUSI) is currently searching for a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Water Treatment/Distribution Operator. Reporting to the Manager, Water Operations,  this position will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the  Water Treatment and Distribution Systems that Lakefront operates. Playing a key role in the continued supply of safe drinking water in these communities, the successful candidate will ensure that all sampling, monitoring and testing in systems is conducted in accordance with applicable provincial and federal legislation.   The operator will respond to customer inquiries, complaints, and on-call emergencies as necessary.  It is expected that the operator will be self-motivated and will pursue continued education required to obtain and maintain Class 3 Water Treatment and Class 3 Water Distribution and Supply License as prescribed in O.Reg. 128/04.

Overall Responsibilities

·         Monitor and perform daily checks the water treatment process, booster pumping station and elevated tanks and their associated control points and alarms through the SCADA system.

·         Perform inspections and maintenance on all process equipment.

·         Assist in maintaining all process and maintenance records.

·         Perform operational tests and make operational adjustments to optimize the treatment process and overall system performance.

·         Work in accordance with Lakefront policies and procedures and applicable regulations and ensure compliance with all Drinking Water Legislation in Ontario.

·         Hydrant and watermain maintenance and repairs.

·         Perform watermain flushing, valve exercising and leak detection programs.

·         The ability to obtain a Water Meter Installer License within 1 year.

·         Must possess basic computer skills including ability to work on mobile platform. 

·         Perform water quality sampling and analysis.

·         Monitor, maintain and calibrate instrumentation.

·         General building maintenance and inspection.

·         Perform weekend operational duties, on-call and respond to after-hour alarm conditions on a rotational basis.

·         Other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

·         3 years of post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent as outlined in O. Reg 128/04.

·         Must possess a Level 1 Certificate in Water Treatment and level 1 Certificate in Water Distribution and Supply

·         The ability to obtain Class 3 WT and WDS license within 4 years.

·         Knowledge of DWQMS and appropriate provincial and federal legislation.

·         Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.

·         Strong computer skills.

·         Must be capable of lifting to 50 pounds, work in adverse weather conditions, and be able to utilize a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

·         Must possess and maintain a valid  “G” Ontario driver’s license with clean abstract.

·         Must reside within 65 km of 25 Ewart Street, Cobourg or relocate within 6 months to accommodate an ideal response time of 40 minutes.

Wage:

As this is a union position salary range is $32.24 – $41.95 (dependent on qualifications) per hour commensurate with the LUSI’s Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 25.  Lakefront Utilities offers a rewarding working environment, benefits package, pension plan and opportunities for development.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé, in confidence, by  4:30 p.m. July 17th, 2026  to the attention of Human  Resources, 207 Division Street, PO Box 577, Cobourg, ON K9A 4L3 or by email to hr@lusi.on.ca.

The successful candidate will be required to submit a satisfactory criminal screening and three satisfactory reference checks as a condition of employment.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews shall be contacted.

 

Lakefront Utility Services Inc. is committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our organization. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance to: hr@lusi.on.ca

This is a job posting for an existing vacancy.

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