JOB SUMMARY:

Sagamok Anishnawbek is seeking a dedicated and skilled Water Systems Operator to join our team on a permanent basis. This role is essential to ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality water services for our community. Reporting to the Water and Sanitation Manager, the Water Systems Operator will play a key role in water treatment, quality monitoring, distribution, and community outreach.

POSITION DUTIES:

• Must have good knowledge of computers, including monitoring and operating systems
• Operate and monitor water treatment and distribution systems
• Perform water quality testing and analysis
• Implement and monitor boil water advisories
• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshoot operational issues
• Maintain accurate logs and prepare reports
• Collaborate with other departments and engage with the community

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Knowledge of and respect for Anishnawbek history, values, teachings, culture, and traditions is of critical importance.

Ability to perform some heavy lifting and physical labour.

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative.

Good oral and written communication skills to liaise with a variety of people including coworkers, community members, suppliers, while keeping accurate logs and writing reports.

Ability to understand and speak Ojibwe will be considered a definite asset.

Local knowledge and understanding of Sagamok Anishnawbeks services will be considered an asset.

Valid class G drivers license in good standing.

Able to travel on short notice.

Able to work flexible hours on short notice and including afterhours and weekends.

Sign and comply with an annual Oath of Confidentiality.

Must provide a Criminal Records Check prior to commencing employment.

Incumbent is subject to six months probation.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits packages for full-time employees with Employee and Family Assistance Program, MY HSA (Health Spending Account)

Registered Retirement Plan (employer matching option)

Opportunities for professional development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Operator-in-Training license in Water Treatment and Distribution (Class 1 preferred)
• Strong computer skills, including monitoring and operating systems
• Familiarity with relevant legislation (e.g., OHSA, Canadian Environmental Act)
• Ability to interpret technical documents such as manuals and blueprints
• Hold or willing to secure, CPR and First Aid Certificate, WHIMIS, Working at Heights, Fall Arrest lock and tag out and Confine Space
• Physically capable of outdoor work in all weather conditions and heavy lifting
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge and respect for Anishnawbek values, history, culture, and traditions
• Understanding Sagamok Anishnawbeks services is an asset
• Ability to speak and understand Ojibwe is a definite asset

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resum, credentials, and three work related References (email addresses) through the Online BambooHR process

By: Until Filled

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.