Wastewater Treatment and Collection Operator, Class 2

The Town of Berwick welcomes you into the 'core' of Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. Our community is located between the slopes of two glacial ridges, locally known as the North and South Mountains. Historically, Berwick has been a pivot in the province’s apple industry and is known as Nova Scotia's Apple Capital. Orchards, farms, vineyards, and forests envelope the town, making for an idyllic rural setting. Rural, however, does not mean sleepy.

Our Opportunity

The Town is recruiting a Class II Wastewater Operator who will be responsible for the Operation, Maintenance, and Overall Direct Responsible Charge of the wastewater collection and treatment facilities operated by the Town.

The ideal candidate will have Nova Scotia Class II Certification in Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment. As a minimum, you will have Class I Certification in Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment.

Reporting to the Director of Public Works, you are highly motivated, can work with minimal supervision, are a strong team player, and you have strong written, communication, and computer skills.

Following a successful probationary period, the successful candidate will be eligible for benefits and will join CUPE Local 2618-03.

Our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the community we service at all job levels. We encourage applications from Indigenous People, Persons of African Descent, Black/African Nova Scotians and other Racially Visible Persons, Persons Living with Disabilities, Gender Diverse Persons and members of other historically excluded communities. While we recognize the inherent difficulty of doing so, members of equity seeking communities are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter or your resume.

Why work with us? We value our people, which means you will be joining an incredible team in a supportive and positive environment. We are passionate about the roles we play in providing superior service within our community and we take considerable pride in the goals we accomplish together. We invest in our people through supporting and encouraging professional development, so you have the tools to safely succeed in your role.

Work/life balance is important to us, and we want everyone to feel refreshed and recharged to perform their job well. There will be times where you are required to work outside of the regular working hours. We offer the flexibility for you to take this time in lieu to ensure you maintain a great balance.

Benefits include access to a health and dental plan, vision care, disability and life insurance and an employee assistance program. We offer a matched pension plan of 8% and we provide all the technology required to be successful in your role. We also provide a generous vacation package, and we want you to use it!

Successful Candidate should:

  • Ensure safety and compliance of the Towns wastewater system, adhering to specific regulations and legislations as detailed within the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Permit to Operate.
  • Provide technical assistance and advice on capital projects and work with contractors to ensure all requirements are met.
  • Provide effective service delivery to all stakeholders by responding to complaints and inquiries in a professional, knowledgeable, and timely manner.

What we’re looking for:

Qualifications:

  • Nova Scotia Environment Class II Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection Certification.
  • Excellent communication skills (Written, Verbal, and Listening).
  • Proficient computer skills in programs such as Microsoft 365.
  • Sound, independent problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Heavy equipment and snow plowing experience is an asset.

If you are interested in the Wastewater Operator position and have the proper certification, please email a cover letter and resume as one document to .

Inquiries can also be emailed to .

The Town of Berwick thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $33.73 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Berwick, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • water / wastewater: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • NS Class I Certification in WWT and WWC? (required)

Work Location: In person