Position Posting

Distribution & Collection Operator (Class 2 – Class 3) (1 Position Available)

Term of Employment:

Full-Time, Continuing

Rate of Pay:

$37.58 - $41.34 per hour (Subject to CUPE 1015 Agreement – Water and Wastewater Salary Grid)

Location:

Operations Centre

Duties:

The Distribution and Collection Operator (Class 2 – Class 3) will report to the Supervisor, Distribution and Collection. They will assist the Distribution and Collection Operator (Class 4) in daily tasks. The Distribution and Collection Operator (Class 2 – Class 3) will be responsible for the inspections, testing, and repairing of Water and Wastewater attributes including but not limited to Fire hydrants, Valves, Meters, Lift stations & pumps, catch basins and vault casings. The Distribution and Collection Operator (Class 2 – Class 3) will be responsible for the operations and driving of hydrovac equipment and skid steer.

Duties:

• Perform water meter accuracy checks, reads, trouble shoot customer metering complaints, and provide field repairs as required.
• Install water meters and remote meter reading equipment.
• Locate underground water distribution and wastewater collection assets.
• Perform water connects/disconnects.
• Maintain records and update water distribution and Wastewater collection system records (computerized and manual), including field reports, daily logs, equipment checks, and service records.
• Investigate and assess leaks, flooding, and service backups and initiate corrective actions and/or emergency action as required.
• Coordinate with developers, contractors, regional customers, trades people and homeowners to ensure that timely water distribution and wastewater collection services are in place.
• Collect water samples from both the water distribution and wastewater collection system. Submit samples and record data. Test distribution samples for chlorine, turbidity or other parameters as required.
• Effectively respond to and investigate customer service inquiries for both water and wastewater collection attributes.
• Cleaning, Steaming, and Thawing of Water and Wastewater attributes including but not limited to; Catch basins, curb stops, sanitary laterals, vaults.
• Assisting hydrovac operators with water wand and vac piping
• Lift station inspection, operation, and maintenance.
• Perform sanitary sewer auger and cameras on private lateral services to clear debris and blockages.
• Traffic control and lifting vault covers.
• Carry out inspections and maintenance as well as routine operation tasks within Lloydminster’s Neale Edmunds storm water complex, including:
  • Inspections of beaver grates and channels and carrying out any necessary repairs.
  • Control of water flow and levels within the storm water complex using stop logs at control structures.
  • Perform maintenance on beaver grates and channels, such as removal of debris and steaming/thawing.
  • Carry out the installation and removal of beaver grates as needed.
• Participate in and support all health and safety programs and initiatives such as inspections, meetings, hazard assessments, incident tracking, emergency drills, and other procedures and guidelines including those of Occupations Health and Safety.
• Support, provide input, and participate with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and other safety initiatives.
• Complete monthly and quarterly calibration and spot checks on lab equipment.
• Ensure all appropriate personnel, including but not limited to, Water Security Agency and Public Health Authority are notified of upset conditions when applicable.
• Drive and operate hydrovac equipment when required.
• Drive and operate a skid steer when required.
• Support Distribution and Collection Operator (Non-certified – Class 1) when required.
• Assist Distribution and Collection Operator (Class 4) when required including reviewing as-builts and drawings.

Other

• Other related duties as required.

Schedule:

Standard hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, 40 hours/week plus rotating on-call shifts and the occasional requirement to work outside of these hours.

Qualifications:

• A valid Class 3 Operator’s Driver’s License (registered in Alberta or Saskatchewan) with a clear driving record is required.

• Must possess at a minimum Saskatchewan Water Distribution Operator Class 2 or Wastewater Collection Operator Class 2 certification or equivalent.

• Must have grade 12 education.

• Understanding of technology such as computers and tablets.

• Responsible, reliable, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

• Ability to understand, interpret as-builts and drawings in Water and Wastewater field.

• Completion of a post-secondary Water and Wastewater Technician program, or a program in a related field would be considered an asset.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

• Successful applicant must provide proof of qualifications.

• Applicants with international education will be required to include an Academic Credential Assessment with application

Closing Date:

March 20, 2026

Posting Type:

Internal & External

Application Information:

The City of Lloydminster is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or require further information on this position, please contact us. All applications must be sent to the Employee Relations team and received by the closing date.

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