Systems Operator I - Water
About the role
Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 square km and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The RDOS is currently recruiting for a regular, full-time Systems Operator I - Water to join the Public Works team.
The Systems Operator I - Water position is responsible for contributing to the efficient and effective operation of the water and wastewater operations (primary focus on water) by performing a variety of operations and maintenance duties.
Qualifications:
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Secondary school graduation or equivalent, plus:
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EOCP Municipal Wastewater Treatment Operator Level I and/or
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EOCP Water Distribution Operator Level I
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The following would be considered an asset:
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EOCP Wastewater Collection Operator Level I
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EOCP Water Treatment Operator Level I
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Instrumentation/SCADA programming and troubleshooting skills
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Certificate of Training for Transport of Dangerous Goods
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A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Class I or higher system/facility.
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Knowledge of relevant policies, bylaws, procedures, safety methods and occupational hazards in the water operations and maintenance environment.
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Chlorine Handling certificate would be considered and asset.
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Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams).
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Ability to work on a number of concurrent tasks with deadline pressures.
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Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision.
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Ability to work flexible
work hours, including evenings and weekends.
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Good physical condition with sufficient strength and stamina to perform heavy manual work in the presence of all types of weather conditions.
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Ability to communicate in a courteous and tactful manner.
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Ability to operate mechanical tools and equipment used in the operations, maintenance, installation, and repair of water and wastewater system works.
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Valid First Aid Certificate or an ability and willingness to obtain one.
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Valid B.C. Driver’s Licence.
This regular, full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. The hourly wage for the position is $35.28, Paygrade 4, plus an attractive benefits package.
Application Deadlin e:
4:00 pm, Friday September 12th, 2025.
Scroll down to Apply.
About Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is a local government in the BC Interior. RDOS is a federation of 8 unincorporated electoral areas and 6 member municipalities.
At present, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Board is comprised of eighteen Directors. Ten Municipal Directors representing the City of Penticton, the District of Summerland, the Town of Osoyoos, the Town of Oliver, the Town of Princeton and the Village of Keremeos. Eight Electoral Area Directors representing Kaleden/Okanagan Falls, Naramata, Okanagan Lake West/West Bench, Keremeos Rural/Hedley, Cawston, Rural Princeton, Rural Oliver and Rural Osoyoos.
This unique representational scheme provides the necessary cross-communication venue to promote co-ordination between the activities of the individual municipalities and the rural areas of the region. The assumption of powers by individual Regional Districts is based upon continued negotiations and dialogue between the Board and the participating Municipalities and Rural Electoral Areas.
The RDOS provides a variety of services to its constituents such as drinking water, landfills, parks and recreation, fire departments, sewer, emergency management and 911.
Systems Operator I - Water
About the role
Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 square km and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The RDOS is currently recruiting for a regular, full-time Systems Operator I - Water to join the Public Works team.
The Systems Operator I - Water position is responsible for contributing to the efficient and effective operation of the water and wastewater operations (primary focus on water) by performing a variety of operations and maintenance duties.
Qualifications:
-
Secondary school graduation or equivalent, plus:
-
EOCP Municipal Wastewater Treatment Operator Level I and/or
-
EOCP Water Distribution Operator Level I
-
-
The following would be considered an asset:
-
EOCP Wastewater Collection Operator Level I
-
EOCP Water Treatment Operator Level I
-
Instrumentation/SCADA programming and troubleshooting skills
-
Certificate of Training for Transport of Dangerous Goods
-
-
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Class I or higher system/facility.
-
Knowledge of relevant policies, bylaws, procedures, safety methods and occupational hazards in the water operations and maintenance environment.
-
Chlorine Handling certificate would be considered and asset.
-
Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams).
-
Ability to work on a number of concurrent tasks with deadline pressures.
-
Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision.
-
Ability to work flexible
work hours, including evenings and weekends.
-
Good physical condition with sufficient strength and stamina to perform heavy manual work in the presence of all types of weather conditions.
-
Ability to communicate in a courteous and tactful manner.
-
Ability to operate mechanical tools and equipment used in the operations, maintenance, installation, and repair of water and wastewater system works.
-
Valid First Aid Certificate or an ability and willingness to obtain one.
-
Valid B.C. Driver’s Licence.
This regular, full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. The hourly wage for the position is $35.28, Paygrade 4, plus an attractive benefits package.
Application Deadlin e:
4:00 pm, Friday September 12th, 2025.
Scroll down to Apply.
About Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is a local government in the BC Interior. RDOS is a federation of 8 unincorporated electoral areas and 6 member municipalities.
At present, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Board is comprised of eighteen Directors. Ten Municipal Directors representing the City of Penticton, the District of Summerland, the Town of Osoyoos, the Town of Oliver, the Town of Princeton and the Village of Keremeos. Eight Electoral Area Directors representing Kaleden/Okanagan Falls, Naramata, Okanagan Lake West/West Bench, Keremeos Rural/Hedley, Cawston, Rural Princeton, Rural Oliver and Rural Osoyoos.
This unique representational scheme provides the necessary cross-communication venue to promote co-ordination between the activities of the individual municipalities and the rural areas of the region. The assumption of powers by individual Regional Districts is based upon continued negotiations and dialogue between the Board and the participating Municipalities and Rural Electoral Areas.
The RDOS provides a variety of services to its constituents such as drinking water, landfills, parks and recreation, fire departments, sewer, emergency management and 911.