Career Opportunity

Posted On

June 01, 2026 at 12:00 PM

WATER & WASTEWATER FACILITIES OPERATOR

With a population of approximately 53,000, North Bay is a beautiful, vibrant and diverse community nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake. Conveniently located just three and a half hours from major Ontario centres such as Toronto and Ottawa, North Bay is a progressive community well positioned for growth.

Join our team and create your future with the City of North Bay. Discover the Gateway to the North, where easy living is embraced.

The Corporation of the City of North Bay is currently accepting applications for the position of Water & Wastewater Facilities Operator. Under the supervision of the Water and Wastewater Facilities Supervisor the Water & Wastewater Operator is responsible for the operation of the water or wastewater plant, as the case may be, in order to ensure that residents have safe and clean water, or properly treated wastewater, in accordance with federal, provincial and municipal legislation, policies and standards.

Qualifications:

• Minimum post-secondary diploma (ex. Environmental Technician) or equivalent acceptable experience.
• Must possess and post a minimum:
  • Class I Water Treatment Certificate,
  • Class I Water Distribution Certificate,
  • Class I Wastewater Treatment Certificate
• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance and leadership.
• Must have worked a minimum of one (1) year as a Certified Water or Wastewater Treatment Operator.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Must have sufficient clerical ability to complete necessary reports.
• Have working knowledge of Safety Regulations and Procedures.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills including ability to operate SCADA and Hansen systems.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including an Employee Assistance Program, Health and Dental Benefits and Life, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Insurance.

The City of North Bay is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Employer. For more information on a defined pension plan benefit please visit: https://www.omers.com/

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and covering letter in one document, saved in PDF format via email to: staffing@northbay.ca. Please identify the Posting ID (26E-26) in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the role is filled.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City of North Bay’s Accessibility Policy.  We encourage applicants to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance.

An Equal Opportunity Employer