Utility Operator, Permanent Full-Time

Lac la Biche, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

$33–$46 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Not Applicable

Job summary

Conduct daily equipment checks, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to public and operational alarms by troubleshooting issues and taking corrective action. Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems in compliance with legislation, conduct laboratory sampling and analysis, and participate in the on-call rotation.

Job details

Employment Opportunity UTILITY OPERATOR, PERMANENT FULL-TIME Lac La Biche County is an organization driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast paced and fulfilling work environment. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it is also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches! We continuously strive to remain an employer of choice by offering a strong health and safety program, competitive pay, amazing benefits, opportunities for professional development, as well as many wellness initiatives that support a work/life balance. We also take pride in maintaining high standards surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. Purpose of the position The position will be responsible for (but not limited to): Conducts daily equipment checks to ensure proper operation within the utility system. Performs procedure and preventative maintenance tasks as required. Respond to public and operational alarm calls to troubleshoot issues and take corrective actions Operate and maintain the treatment, distribution and collection systems as per provincial and federal legislation. Perform daily laboratory samplings and analysis. Participates in “on-call” rotation as needed. Qualifications Please see attached Job Description for further detail. A Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent. Minimum one year of related utility experience (water, sewer, natural gas and storm) AWWOA Level I certification in WD, WT, WWC & WWT is preferred Good interpersonal and communications skills. Related Journeyman Trade would be an asset. Related utility tickets would be an asset (Line Locating, PE Fusion, RMO). Natural Gas Utility Operator level 1 would be considered an asset. Basic computer skills, SCADA, MS Word, Excel, Outlook Class 5 Driver’s License is required. The successful candidate will require a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Drivers’ Abstract (documents must be dated within a 6-month period). Position details Full-time permanent position, 2080 hours annually, 40 hour work week, shift work. ) with evening and weekend obligations as required. On Call Rotation What We Offer You Annual salary range $67,849.60 to $94,889.650 ($32.62 to $45.62 hourly) Extensive compensation and benefits package: 3 weeks vacation, 12 personal health days, general illness leave, bereavement leave Sunlife extended health & dental benefits package (100% employer paid) LAPP Pension Plan Employee Family & Assistance Program (EFAP) - Telus Health All access pass to Bold Centre and Swimming Pool Active Social Club (events for all employees) Great work culture Work life balance at the lake Affordable living in a rural community and tourist destination known for fishing and hunting Active sporting community Close to large urban centres Competition Number: 78-UTO-26 Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found If this sounds like you, please proceed with your application! If applying outside of our Lac La Biche County website, interested candidates are invited to submit their resume by clicking on the following link: https://llbc.startdate.ca/ Candidates from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same classification level within the next six months. We thank all interested applicants; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Requirements

A Grade 12 diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related utility experience are required, along with a Class 5 driver's license and good interpersonal and communication skills. AWWOA Level I certifications in water distribution, water treatment, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment are preferred; related trade qualifications, utility tickets, and Natural Gas Utility Operator Level 1 are assets.