The Town of Yarmouth is currently accepting applications for a Water Treatment Plant Operator and a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
The Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for performing operational duties at the Town’s Class III Water Treatment Plant. This includes monitoring water quality within the facility, the distribution system, and the watershed. Responsibilities involve the operation, maintenance, and calibration of all treatment-related systems such as mechanical, electrical, HVAC, SCADA, chemical feed systems, pumps, and laboratory analyses. This position works as part of a team of operators and reports directly to the Chief Operator of the Water Treatment Plant.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining a Class II Wastewater Treatment Plant with anaerobic digestion and chlorination/de-chlorination systems. Duties include monitoring and repairing mechanical, electrical, HVAC, SCADA, chemical feed systems, and laboratory analyses, as well as overseeing operations at associated lift stations. This position works as part of a team of operators and reports directly to the Chief Operator of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Qualifications
- Completion of a two-year technical program in Water Resources Technology, Environmental Science, or an accredited Water Operator Training Program
- Completion of Operator-in-Training Water Treatment Certificate
- Demonstrated mechanical ability and experience
- Must be physically fit in order to open and close valves, climb and descend ladders, lift heavy loads, etc.
- Possess a valid driver's license
Consideration may also be given to applicants who hold a license in a related trade with at least four (4) years of practical experience and have completed relevant coursework in water or wastewater treatment.
Compensation
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the CUPE Local 2530 Collective Agreement.
Join our Team!
- Permanent Full-time
- Comprehensive health benefits package
- Defined benefit pension plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan
- Employer cost shared Mariners on Main membership
How to Apply
Please apply by submitting a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@townofyarmouth.ca or in writing to: Human Resources, 400 Main Street, Yarmouth Nova Scotia B5A 1G2.
Application review will begin October 27th, 2025.
Complete job descriptions are available here.
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Water Treatment plant operator Position Description June 2025(148 KB)
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator June 2025(146 KB)
The Town of Yarmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotian's and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and women in occupations or positions where they are under represented.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.