Utility Operator II

Posted on: Sep 4, 2026

Posted by: Town of Hinton

Summary

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, this position will be required to undertake the daily maintenance functions for the water distribution and sanitary collection system. The duties and tasks include the operation, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of the water distribution system, storm water collection system, the sanitary sewage collection system, and to perform other related duties. All duties assigned will be carried out in a safe, conscientious, and efficient manner in compliance with all Town, departmental, provincial, and federal legislation, codes, bylaws, policies and procedures. This is a senior operator position which provides direction, manual assistance, and training for junior assisting staff.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and maintain all instruments, gauges, and equipment used in the daily operation and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system
Advise the Public Works Supervisor, Utilities Manager, or the Civil Engineering Technologist of operational issues
Diagnose utility system problems and make the necessary repairs
Direct tradesmen, specialists, or contractors as required
Assist with inventory control to minimize the down time for the operation of the utility systems
Must become familiar with the regular monitoring of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and other instruments pertaining to both the water and sewer systems
Must perform regular maintenance and conduct inspections of the water distribution and wastewater collection system as required
Repair water and sewer breaks as required
Perform cc and valve repairs as required
Service and maintain hydrants in good working condition
Flush hydrants for water quality
Conduct water sampling and pressure tests as required
Install and repair water meters and conduct meter readings on a regular established schedule
Perform sewer flushing and inspections as required
May be required to operate the snowplough, sanding truck, loader, thawing culverts, etc.
Perform regular housekeeping duties and tasks at all the reservoirs, pump houses, lift stations, and the public workshop
Will be required to work independently as well as alongside the Utility Operator I, staff, or contractors
Undertake other duties as assigned
May be assigned a role within the Emergency Coordination Centre (ECC) for Disaster Services

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Completion of Level II Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Certification with the Alberta Water and Wastewater Operators Association (AWWOA)
A combination of education and/or experience related to this position may be considered
Minimum 3 years of work experience in a water or wastewater facility in a municipal work environment
Post-Secondary Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Water and Wastewater Operations is preferred
Experience working in a computerized environment
Experience training and mentoring utility operators to advance skills is preferred
Working knowledge of all legislation, codes, and minimum standards which regulate water and wastewater operations
Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OH&S), Regulations, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS), Confined Space Entry Safety Procedures and other applicable legislative requirements to perform work in accordance with all aspects of health and safety
Immunization for Hepatitis B and Tetanus is required
Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a Criminal Record Check
A Class 5 Driver’s License, Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement preferred, and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract; a Class 3 Q Endorsement is required within 6 months of hire

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS: COVER LETTER & RESUME STATING COMPETITION NUMBER 26-05 to recruitment@hinton.ca

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Job Type

Full- Time, permanent position working 40hrs per week

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$40.85-$44.44

Closing Date

November 15, 2026

Posting ID: 39912

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