Utilities Foreman

The County of Wetaskiwin is seeking a permanent full time water/wastewater and solid waste Utilities Foreman. Reporting to the Director of Public Works, the successful candidate will ensure efficient operations of all utility functions by overseeing the operation and maintenance of five (5) water systems, five (5) wastewater systems and nine (9) solid waste transfer stations. This position is a middle management position supervising fourteen (14) employees. Regular hours of work are Monday to Friday commencing at 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (eight (8) hours per day) with the requirement to be on a rotational call out schedule as required.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Oversee day to day activities, conducting site inspections, investigating problem areas and making recommendations for carrying out required maintenance and repair work.

Fulfill all operational requirements of Alberta Environment and Parks licensing and approvals with respect to water, wastewater, and solid waste.

Maintenance and daily operations of all County systems and County contracted systems.

Management of the daily operation of all County Solid Waste Transfer Stations.

Perform inspections of local municipal improvements at subdivision and development sites to ensure County Design Guidelines and Construction Standards.

Supervise staff, including hiring, performance appraisals, orientation, training, and disciplinary action.

Requirements:

Have a current Alberta Environment and Parks - Level I or II Operator Certification for Sewage Collection & Treatment and Water Treatment & Distribution;

A minimum of 7 years’ experience in Level 1 - Water Treatment and Distribution and Wastewater Collection and Treatment Systems;

A minimum of a High School Diploma supplemented by a Water and Wastewater Technician Certificate (NAIT); a two year Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology is preferred;

Have a demonstrated ability for being self-motivated, organized, safety conscious and a mechanical aptitude with good analytical and problem solving skills;

Demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal and written);

Be able to assess the capabilities of personnel and organize work schedules accordingly;

Have well-developed supervisory and performance management skills;

5 years’ minimum experience in the management of staff and programs;

Competent in the use of computer systems, programming logic controls and SCADA with respect to pump and system controls at various water treatment plants and sewage lift stations;

Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook;

Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean abstract.

Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to any offer of employment.

Employer Contact:

Name: Barb Wolter Email: bwolter@county10.ca

Additional Job Information:

Salary Range: $86,275 - $110,542 per year commensurate with education and experience. In addition, the County of Wetaskiwin offers a strong corporate culture and excellent benefit package.
Posted Date: Dec 06, 2021
Closing Date: Jan 06, 2022
Job ID: 2021/22