About the role
Job Description
Section: Water Treatment
Division: Water/Wastewater Treatment and Compliance
Department: Community Infrastructure
Initial Reporting Location: Wanapitei Water Treatment Plant
Job Status: Casual Part Time positions
Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: No
Rate of Pay: $30.02 to $34.42 per hour
The start date will follow the selection process.
A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.
Characteristic Duties: Under the supervision of a Water Supervisor or the Quality Compliance Officer.
- Assist Operators and tradespersons in the performance of their duties. Relieve Operator during his/her absence.
- Perform assigned inspections of the facilities and preventive maintenance duties of all equipment, buildings, and sites to ensure facility is operating effectively.
- Record operational data. Collect samples and/or perform routine laboratory tests.
- Will be required to work on a seven (7) day/twenty four (24) hour schedule or standby schedule, as directed.
- Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Successful completion of a relevant two year post-secondary diploma from a recognized college considered an asset.
- Applicants must be certified as Operator-in-Training and obtain certification as Water Treatment Level 1 and Water Distribution Level 1 within 18 months. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain certification in good standing.
- Current First Aid, CPR and WHMIS safety training considered an asset.
- Water treatment and distribution operating experience considered an asset.
- Must be able to complete operational logs and checklists, and CMMS work orders
- Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying 20 kgs.
- Ability to perform confined space duties, including entry, mandatory.
- Ability to use related software programs such as CMMS, MS Office.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
- Provide, at own cost, a current Criminal Record Check.
- May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's license, and have an acceptable driving record.
Interested applicants who have questions regarding certification are encouraged to visit the OWWCO website at www.owwco.ca**.**
This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.
Development opportunity rate of pay: $28.52 to $32.70 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.
How To Apply
If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.
We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.
- Follow the step by step application process.
- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
- .doc
- .docx
- .txt
- .rtf
- Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.
Live outside Canada or new to Canada?
The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)
Contact Us:
For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca
About Greater Sudbury
Welcome to the City of Greater Sudbury, a growing community recognized for innovation, leadership and a great northern lifestyle.
As an employee of our municipality, you get to enjoy working as a part of a team which enhances the quality of life for our residents. We provide a great employment experience which leads to a great resident experience. If you are passionate about our community, its people and its future, join our team and we can work together for an even better Greater Sudbury.
Our work is service driven and there are hundreds of technical, professional and operational roles that provide service to residents and businesses in our community. Local government provides an unparalleled environment to see your work transformed into a positive contribution to your city.
About the role
Job Description
Section: Water Treatment
Division: Water/Wastewater Treatment and Compliance
Department: Community Infrastructure
Initial Reporting Location: Wanapitei Water Treatment Plant
Job Status: Casual Part Time positions
Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: No
Rate of Pay: $30.02 to $34.42 per hour
The start date will follow the selection process.
A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.
Characteristic Duties: Under the supervision of a Water Supervisor or the Quality Compliance Officer.
- Assist Operators and tradespersons in the performance of their duties. Relieve Operator during his/her absence.
- Perform assigned inspections of the facilities and preventive maintenance duties of all equipment, buildings, and sites to ensure facility is operating effectively.
- Record operational data. Collect samples and/or perform routine laboratory tests.
- Will be required to work on a seven (7) day/twenty four (24) hour schedule or standby schedule, as directed.
- Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Successful completion of a relevant two year post-secondary diploma from a recognized college considered an asset.
- Applicants must be certified as Operator-in-Training and obtain certification as Water Treatment Level 1 and Water Distribution Level 1 within 18 months. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain certification in good standing.
- Current First Aid, CPR and WHMIS safety training considered an asset.
- Water treatment and distribution operating experience considered an asset.
- Must be able to complete operational logs and checklists, and CMMS work orders
- Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying 20 kgs.
- Ability to perform confined space duties, including entry, mandatory.
- Ability to use related software programs such as CMMS, MS Office.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
- Provide, at own cost, a current Criminal Record Check.
- May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's license, and have an acceptable driving record.
Interested applicants who have questions regarding certification are encouraged to visit the OWWCO website at www.owwco.ca**.**
This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.
Development opportunity rate of pay: $28.52 to $32.70 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.
How To Apply
If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.
We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.
- Follow the step by step application process.
- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
- .doc
- .docx
- .txt
- .rtf
- Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.
Live outside Canada or new to Canada?
The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)
Contact Us:
For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca
About Greater Sudbury
Welcome to the City of Greater Sudbury, a growing community recognized for innovation, leadership and a great northern lifestyle.
As an employee of our municipality, you get to enjoy working as a part of a team which enhances the quality of life for our residents. We provide a great employment experience which leads to a great resident experience. If you are passionate about our community, its people and its future, join our team and we can work together for an even better Greater Sudbury.
Our work is service driven and there are hundreds of technical, professional and operational roles that provide service to residents and businesses in our community. Local government provides an unparalleled environment to see your work transformed into a positive contribution to your city.