Water/Wastewater Operator – Atikokan

Northern Waterworks Inc. provides premium water/wastewater operations to Municipal, First Nation, and corporate clients. We are a high growth company expanding rapidly throughout Ontario, now with divisions in Northwestern Ontario, Northeastern Ontario, and Southern Ontario.

The Water/Wastewater Operator is responsible for the water treatment plant(s) and water distribution system(s) in order to ensure residents, have safe and clean water, in accordance with Federal, Provincial, and Municipal legislation, policies, and standards.

Location: Atikokan

Permanent Full Time: 40-hour work week: 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with rotational weekend and statutory holiday on-call responsibilities (24 hours/day)

Hourly Wage Range: $27.00 – $35.00

Knowledge

• Ability to obtain and maintain Operator-In-Training (OIT) certificates within three to six months.
• OIT Certificates or higher are considered an asset.
• Minimum, Grade 12 or GED.  Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset.
• Must hold and maintain a valid G driver’s license.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods, WHMIS & First Aid Certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Managing wastewater treatment/ sewage treatment, and sewage collection.
• Operating and monitoring equipment I.e., Pumps, valves, filters, and other machinery involved in the treatment process.
• Compliance and reporting to demonstrate compliance with environmental standards.
• Conducting water quality test and monitoring the quality of water being treated.
• Troubleshooting any issues of equipment and perform routine maintenance tasks to keep the treatment facility operating efficiently.
• Performing other duties as required.

Attributes

• Willing to obtain training to meet basic requirements.
• Flexible to work outside normal operating hours, as required.
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment.
• Capable of troubleshooting.
• Mechanically & electrically inclined.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using computers/programs (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Willing to travel and work outdoors, as required.

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to undertake long-distance driving as necessary.
• Work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Resumes stating qualifications and work experience related to the selection criteria shall be submitted to Human Resources via email to hr@nwi.ca quoting the position noted above.

Posting Date:    July 27, 2026

Closing Date:     August 7, 2026