Municipality of Colchester Careers
Water Utility Worker (1-year term)
Description
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal. The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role: Reporting to the Water Utility Manager, the Water Utility Worker is responsible for maintenance and operational support for the Debert and Tatamagouche Water Utilities. Work includes repair and installation for water mains and water laterals, valve and hydrant testing and maintenance, water quality monitoring and sampling, water meter readings, and operation and maintenance of treatment plant equipment and storage facilities. The Water Utility Worker will also be responsible for managing and recording data, monitoring and adjusting systems via SCADA, and responding to after-hours calls. This is a unionized position with CUPE 3945.
This is a 1-year term position, with potential for extension.
Salary range: $31.11- $35.65 hourly. 40 hours per week, with on-call and stand-by time.
Benefits:
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Fitness and Well-being Incentives
- This position does not qualify for the Group Benefits Plan
Education & experience required:
- Completion of two years post-secondary education in a related technical program, or equivalent work experience.
- Level I or II certifications in Water Treatment and Water Distribution and asset.
- Knowledge of software, equipment, tools, and materials used in water procurement, treatment, storage and distribution an asset.
- Conditions of employment include a valid NS driver's license, a satisfactory driver's abstract, and a satisfactory criminal record check.
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation upon being contacted for an interview.
Please apply before 4:30pm on November 5th, 2026.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted or updated on the status of their application.
To learn more about us, please visit www.colchester.ca.
Compensation
$31.11 - $35.65 per hour