This position requires the operation and maintenance of sewage pumping stations. Operation of equipment and tools in difficult conditions in wastewater environment, inside and out is essential. The incumbent will be subject to confined spaces, noise, vibrations, odors, heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, and emergency call-outs after normal working hours.
- Perform and develop schedules and preventative mechanical maintenance on pumps, valves, piping and standby engines.
- Clean stations, wet wells, valve chambers, and holding tanks.
- Load and unloads equipment and materials as required.
- General care, maintenance and safe operation of assigned equipment and tools.
- Order supplies and materials as required.
- Provide written and verbal reports concerning daily work activities.
- Must be willing to work overtime for emergency call-outs
- Perform related duties as required including all the general duties of a labourer.
Reports to: Works Supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
To do this job you need to have:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Completion of a minimum one-year technical diploma in a mechanical discipline and industry training in water treatment pollution control.
- A minimum of one year experience working with pumps/motors/process controls.
- Must successfully complete Operator-In-Training Certificate within two months of hire and must write and pass Class I Wastewater Collection Operator Certification within 6 months of hire.
To Progress in this role to the next level (and higher pay) you will require the following:
Pumping Station Service Person Level I
- One year of experience working for Halifax Water in the wastewater collection system (equivalent experience with another municipal owned utility may be considered)
- Nova Scotia Environment Wastewater Collection Level I certification
- Demonstration of your ability to perform the various tasks within the Pumping Station Service Person role such as: pump troubleshooting and testing, using diagnostic tools, repairing and maintaining pumps and motors, generators, odor control units and ventilation systems, etc. which will be verified by a completed checklist
Pumping Station Service Person Level 2
- 3 years of experience working for Halifax Water and completing activities in the Pumping Station Service Person Level 1 checklist.
- Nova Scotia Environment Wastewater Collection Level II certification
Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:
- Must have valid NS Driver’s License with good driving record. Must provide a current driver’s abstract.
- Must be familiar with related Occupational Health and Safety practices.
- Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
- Emergency First Aid/CPR
- Globally Harmonized System (GHS) (Formerly WHMIS)
- Signage and Traffic Control
- Lifting Devices and Classification Related Training
Required Knowledge, Skill & Abilities:
• A good working knowledge of pumps and motors, mechanical systems and motor.
• Good knowledge of hydraulic pumping systems and standby generators.
• Basic knowledge of computers, PLC’S, radios, and related devices.
• Must have training in Entry into Confined Spaces.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Must have a good attendance and work record.
• Must meet and maintain essential physical requirements of the position as described in
Working Conditions:
• Capable and willing to work both inside and outside in varying weather and conditions.
Location:
• Indoors & out in dust, fumes, volatile organic compounds, noise, heat, cold.
Workload Level:
• Medium to Heavy - May be required to work alone.
Essential Physical Requirements - Pre-employment testing and periodic reassessment and retesting will be required which will include functional assessment plus confined space entry with appropriate equipment.
• Standing, walking, head/neck- neutral, bilateral handling - simple and firm grasp, climbing, sitting (driving), forward reaching, lifting- above shoulders, desk to chair, chair to floor, bilateral carrying.
• Required to enter and work in confined spaces in varied body positions to access pipes, valves, machinery- kneeling, crawling, forward bending, twisting, forward and/or above shoulder reaching.
• Must be capable of safely accessing and egressing confined spaces with safety gear using Duo Safety Corporation ladders rated at a maximum load of 750 lbs. These confined spaces have a minimum manhole access of 27 inches in diameter. May be required to wear respiratory equipment, depending on environmental conditions. Workers are required to wear a full body harness when working in underground/ enclosed areas.
• Sitting ( driving)- on average 1-2.5 hrs /shift ( occasional )
• Standing and walking- frequent (2.5 to 5.5 hrs/shift),occasional to frequent periods of dynamic standing, static standing may be up to 60 minutes
• Walking - frequent short to moderate distances
• Bending forward - occasional-while sawing pipe - for several minutes at a time • Forward reaching- frequent-2.5 to 5.5 hrs/shift
• Head/neck- neutral mobility- frequent- 2.5 to 5.5 hrs/shift
• Head/neck flexion, extension and rotation-occasional-1-2.5 hrs /shift
• Climbing or descending- occasional- ladders up to 20 feet vertical or standard extension stepladders, - and from 15 to 20 stair steps at a time
• Climbing - occasional to frequent- on and off the back of the truck with no hand rails or
• supports • Unilateral and Bilateral use of hand tools- occasional to frequent- torque up to heavy range
• Simple and firm hand grasp- frequent- 2.5 to 5.5 hrs/shift
• Handling- turning- occasional-1-2.5 hrs /shift
• Fingering- fine manipulation and pinching-occasional-1-2.5 hrs /shift
• Lifting- minimal to frequent -20 to 80 lbs- chair to floor, desk to chair, above shoulders(one worker)
• Lifting-minimal- 0-1hr/shift- 70 - 140lbs- 2 workers working jointly • Carrying- bilateral- minimal to frequent- 20 -80 lbs
• Push/ Pulling forces- minimal to occasional- up to 105 lbs
• Kneeling- minimal- 0-1 hr /shift
Hours of Work: Regular hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Overtime and “on call required”
Wage Rate: As per Collective Agreement
Completed cover letters and application forms [PDF] or resumes, stating Competition #HW25-132ER must be received by 4:30pm on October 5, 2025. Please forward to:
- Halifax Water
HR Department
P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
Halifax, NS
B3K 5M1
Fax
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902-490-6934
Conditional Items Required for Employment:
- Satisfactory background check
- Satisfactory pre-employment testing
Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.
Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Aboriginal persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.