MINJobs posting: Distribution/Collection Operator Trainee
January 7, 2025
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Distribution/Collection Operator Trainee

Organization:
Aquatera
Region:
Alberta
Application deadline:
January 7, 2025
Type:
Full Time
Category:
Water
Description
Aquatera Utiltiies Inc. is currently recruiting a Distribution/Collection Operator Trainee for our Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection department. This job is for physically active people who get a great deal of satisfaction from doing the job right every time. Highly motivated, independent workers will enjoy the opportunity to work with small crews to accomplish big things and to support Aquatera’s culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Knowledge of Distribution/Collection infrastructure repair and maintenance is an asset
• Six months experience in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection or Metering Services is preferred
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and safety conscious
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a proven mechanical aptitude
• Must have good oral, written, and interpersonal skills, supporting our values and principles

Travel to remote locations, including overnight travel, may be required.

• High School or equivalent education

• Possession of Confined Space Entry and Standard First Aid certificates (an asset)

• Provision of a valid Canadian driver’s license (Class 5 min. non GDL); Class 3 with Q endorsement (air brakes) is an asset
• Drivers abstract satisfactory to the Employer (5-year preferred)
• Criminal Records Check satisfactory to the Employer
• Successful completion of a 50 lb. fitness test
• Drug & Alcohol test with results satisfactory to the Employer

Salary & Benefits

Compensation and benefits are in accordance with the current C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement.