Division: Utilities and Environment
Department: Water and Waste Operations
Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
Closing Date: 07/23/2026
Labour Group: CUPE 859
Posting: 5347
This position is a CUPE 859 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.
Under supervision of the Operations Superintendent,this position oversees the activities of Water and Sewer Operations Maintenance Crews,ensure work is coordinated across WWO and other divisions, develop work plans, manage the performance of staff,perform field inspections and site assessments,and investigate safety incidents.This is a safety sensitive position
- Supervises, schedules, trains, directs and evaluates, including completion of annual performance evaluations, all assigned staff engaged in the operation and maintenance of the storm and wastewater systems.
- Ensures that work activities are performed in accordance with all applicable standards, specifications, methods, policies and regulations. Assists with the development of standards and specifications.
- Ensures that equipment and materials are ordered, received and in place before starting any activities. Assists with development of specifications, review and selection process for the purchase of equipment, materials and products.
- Assists with documentation, planning and implementation related to materials, equipment and methods.
- Maintains comprehensive records, manual and electronic, of the operation, inspection and maintenance performed.
- Reviews and analyses operation and maintenance activities and recommends appropriate repair strategies and system improvements.
- Prepares written reports concerning procedures, staff, equipment and materials used in system operations and maintenance.
- Ensures that various inspection reports, daily reports, time sheets, corporate leave forms, staff injury investigation reports, property damage claim reports (resulting from sewer systems failure) and vehicle and equipment accident reports etc. are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
- Responds to, and documents, oral and written enquiries and complaints.
- Participates in on-going training, , including operator certification training as directed as required
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
- Grade 12 education.
- Five years’ experience in storm and wastewater system operations, inspection and maintenance, including three years of supervisory experience.
- Possession of Level 3 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board.
- Must complete Level 4 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Saskatchewan Operator Certification Board within 12 months of hire.
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
- Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
- Possession of a valid first aid certificate, training provided upon hire.
- Successful completion of, or ability to complete successfully, a recognized supervisor certification program.
- Possession of confined space training, fall restraint training, and H2S Awareness training.
- Possession of confined space rescue training.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, lead and encourage staff to develop skills and work towards organization and departmental goals.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to follow all applicable procedures, policies, legislation, regulations, standards and specifications.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the team, the public, contractors and all civic employees.
- Demonstrated ability to regularly and consistently attend work to ensure effective operations and service delivery.
- Knowledge of the materials, methods, techniques and equipment used in operating, inspecting and maintaining storm and wastewater systems.
- Knowledge of engineering terminology and techniques related to the assigned work.
- Knowledge of water, sewer, electrical, gas, telephone and cable television subsurface installations.
- Ability to operate all applicable technical monitoring devises used in field task monitoring and data collection.
- Ability to compile technical and field data in a comprehensive manner.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform confined entries complete with necessary fall protection equipment and air quality monitoring equipment.
- Skill in the care and use of complex office and field equipment.
Shift work and weekend work may be required.
Weekly Hours: 40
Salary Range: $40.06 to $41.68 CAD per hour or per annum (2026 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity
Accommodation
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