The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) believes in Our Communities, Our Environment and Our People. As a trusted partner to municipalities, First Nations communities, businesses, governments and institutions across Ontario, we provide our clients with total solutions in water and wastewater. We are dedicated to working closely with our clients to help them build healthy sustainable communities and organizations and provide safe and reliable drinking water to thousands of Ontarians each day.
Join our team as an Asset Maintenance Specialist with OCWA
- 2024 pay scale: $1,226.83 – $1,521.52 per week
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this role, you will maintain and update the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) database; conduct field asset data collection, develop maintenance plans, analyze and research maintenance practices, procedures and implement findings; conduct research and evaluations into emerging technologies, equipment and maintenance methodologies; provide ongoing support and advice to staff on maintenance and maintenance issues.
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
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Demonstrated knowledge and application of asset management principles and best practices.
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Technical knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and certification related to the functional/plant areas of work in water and wastewater maintenance operations and administration.
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Ability to travel within the Region.
Valid G Driver's License
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Knowledge
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Good working knowledge of Agency, regulatory and legislative acts, codes, policies, guidelines and procedures related to water/wastewater maintenance operations, health, and safety.
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Working knowledge of policies, standards and methods, environmental impact issues, water quality assurance techniques.
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Knowledge and interpretative understanding of environmental legislation (OWRA, EPA, EAA, EBR).
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Extensive knowledge of project management principles/practices.
Knowledge of CMMS, WMS and PC software.
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Skills and Ability include
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Demonstrated knowledge and application of asset and maintenance management principles and best practices including but not limited to: Preventive Maintenance Optimization, Reliability
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Centered Maintenance, Maintenance Task Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Total Productive Maintenance, Life Cycle Cost Analysis, etc.
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Analytical and evaluative skills to develop materials and deliver training that is customized to end-users.
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Excellent oral and written skills to liaise with colleagues, vendors and clients and prepare reports.
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Presentation skills to facilitate group meetings, develop, and execute formal presentations.
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Skills in the evaluation of business results to improve business performance and make recommendations.
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Problem solving and analytical skills to provide technical guidance and resolve day-to-day technical issues.
Planning and organizational skills to lead projects.
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What's in it for you?
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Flexible learning and development opportunities.
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Opportunities for career advancement and specialization with the largest provider of water and wastewater services in Ontario.
- You will be eligible for additional pay for certification, should you be successful in completing and maintaining facility water/wastewater operator's licenses
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Work with the partner of choice for more communities than any other water and wastewater service organization in Ontario for over 30 years.
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Work with an organization committed to innovation and advanced technology.
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A defined benefit pension plan; Comprehensive Health Plan; Life and Disability Insurance.
Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits including for adoptive parents.
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