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Public Works Operator/Labourer Position - Jobs in Oxford, NS

Town of Oxford
Job LocationOxford, NS
EducationNot Mentioned
SalaryNot Disclosed
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

Job Description Position Title: Operator / Labourer 1 Purpose: To perform duties related to the operation and maintenance of the Town’s Utility systems. Training may be required prior to undertaking some tasks listed.Duties:

  • To undertake repair, maintenance and operation activities related to the Town’s water distribution system, wastewater collection and treatment systems.
  • Performs operation and maintenance work as required including changing chlorine cylinders and maintenance of pumps, motors, and valves.
  • Performs water quality tests
  • Performs repairs to sewer and watermain breaks by entering excavations, locating the main and undertaking the necessary repairs
  • Performs locates for water and sewer infrastructure
  • Performs water and sewer service installations including undertaking the service lateral connection tapping as required
  • Performs maintenance and repair on fire hydrants including pumping and snow removal
  • Regularly operates all water distribution valves and inspects sewer manholes to ensure proper operation of utility system
  • Participates in the development of Preventative Maintenance Standards and undertakes record keeping as required
  • Regularly inspects sewage pumping stations, including pumps, motors, valves, and standby power to ensure that they are functioning properly
  • Maintains sewage pumping stations in a good, clean condition, including any painting required
  • Undertakes water meter maintenance and repair
  • Responds to emerging situations after normal working hours
  • Operating the backhoe for snow removal around fire hydrants (when trained to do so)
  • Undertaking watermain flushing activities on and as required basis
  • Assists in snow removal activities
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Requirements:
  • Certified or capable of being certified in the areas of Water Distribution, Sewage Treatment and Collection
  • Capable of working in confined spaces, under both normal and emergency conditions involving trenches, manholes, etc.
  • Capable of working with potentially hazardous gases such as chlorine
  • Must have a mechanical ability for repair and maintenance of water and sewer infrastructure
  • Must be capable of working with minimal supervision
  • Ability to communicate effectively with other employees and the general public
  • Ability to understand and apply written and oral instructions
Job Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $18.54-$22.27 per hourBenefits:
  • Company pension
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
COVID-19 considerations:We follow all COVID 19 protocols as set by the Province of NS.Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Oxford, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application deadline: 2022-09-12Quick Apply
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