Electrician

Job Description

Division: Water/Wastewater Treatment and Compliance

Department: Growth and Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: Sudbury Wastewater Treatment Plant

Job Status: Limited Position

Estimated Probable Duration: Seven (7) Months (may be extended)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes - on call rotation

Rate of Pay: $38.24 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Characteristic Duties: Under the supervision of a Water/Wastewater Supervisor.

• Plan, install, inspect and repair electrical and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance routines within established procedures and schedules as required.
• Perform electronic thawing of watermains and services using approved equipment as directed.
• Diagnose and correct electrical malfunctions.
• Assist with facility operations and act as Operator in Charge as directed.
• Conduct operational checks, make operational process adjustments, take samples, perform tests, maintain records and evaluate water or wastewater related processes.
• Monitor document facility equipment performance data and advise supervisor of any problems to initiate corrective action.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• Must be certified by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities as a Journeyman Electrician for both Construction and Maintenance.
• Must obtain Operator-in-Training Certification (OIT) from the Ontario Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Program within six (6) weeks of hire and maintain until Level I achieved.
• Must obtain and maintain in good standing MOE Certification as Level I Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection or Water Treatment and Water Distribution within five (5) years.
• Must have practical experience and proven ability.
• Must possess an Electrician’s tool kit sufficient to perform the duties.
• Must be able to prepare concise and clear reports.
• Must be able to effectively complete M.M.M.S. Crew Cards.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence, and have an acceptable driving record.

Interested applicants who have questions regarding certification are encouraged to visit the OWWCO website at www.owwco.ca.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $36.33 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

How To Apply:

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

• Click on the Apply for Job button.
• Follow the step by step application process.
• Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
• .doc
• .docx
• .txt
• .pdf
• .rtf
• Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
• Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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