Instrumentat/SCADA Support/Op

Application Deadline:

2026-11-25

Position Title:

Instrumentat/SCADA Support/Op

Division:

Waterloo Instr., Control&Opt. (Matt Wahtras)

Location:

368 Mill Park Drive Kitchener, ON N2P 1A7 Canada

Location Hierarchy:

West

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Positions:

1

Job Duration:

Job Term:

Full time

Job Code:

Job Code: 17645

Salary:

$33.45 - $36.36CADHourly

Posting Status:

Post Internally and Externally & Post to OPS

OPS Job ID:

251233

Water is our business and our passion. It can be yours too. The water professionals at OCWA know the value of water better than anyone. Our work benefits communities across Ontario every day.

Our job (and possibly yours) is also to return treated and safe water back to our lakes and rivers. At OCWA, we have a deep respect for the environment and our responsibility for the health of the communities we serve drives us.

A job at OCWA is an opportunity to make a positive impact on millions—a big responsibility. Are you ready? We think you are. So come on in. The water is perfect.

In this role, you will use your technical skills in Instrumentation, Electrical and PLC’s to provide maintenance and operational services within the Region of Waterloo.

What we are looking for:

Mandatory:

• Completion of Instrumentation and Control Technical program, recognized by the Ontario College of Trades and/or Certificate of Qualifications from the Province of Ontario and or an Industrial/Commercial Electrician or equivalent.

Knowledge:

• Extensive experience in the installation, maintenance, repair, modification of electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment.
• Extensive experience with calibration and validation of water quality analytical equipment, pressure, temperature and flow transmitters.
• Excellent knowledge in troubleshooting system operation both through PLC, physical wiring and equipment functions.
• Experience with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) software with applied process control automation experience and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Good knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant regulatory and legislative acts, codes, policies, guidelines and procedures related to water and/or wastewater operations and maintenance; health and safety procedures/WHMIS.
• Experience and knowledge of medium voltage (5kv and 600V).
• Good knowledge of wastewater treatment facilities.
• Provide support to the management team in providing system(s) upgrade recommendations and support for major maintenance and capital projects.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class G driver’s license.
• Dedicated to following all OCWA Health and Safety policies and other regulatory requirements.

Skills and Ability include:

• Ability to use and understand operating and maintenance manuals, drawings, process control narratives and other technical documents.
• Knowledge and use of a CMMS (Lucity) system.
• Strong knowledge and attributes for detailed documentation and record keeping.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good document management skills.
• Ability to perform manual labour.
• Ability to work as a team and to take the initiative when required.
• Sound computer skills.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible learning and development opportunities

• Opportunities for career advancement and specialization with the largest provider of water and wastewater services in Ontario.

• A wide-ranging compensation structure focused on pay for certification, on-call pay, call-back pay, over-time and Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) pay.

• Work with the partner of choice for more communities than any other water and wastewater service organization in Ontario for over 30 years.

• Work with an organization committed to innovation and advanced technology.

• A defined benefit pension plan; comprehensive health plan; life and disability insurance.

• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits including for adoptive parents.

OCWA’s Operator Career Path Program:

The Operator Career Path Program provides learning, continuing education, career development and certification advancement opportunities. As you develop and obtain higher level licenses, you will progress through the Operator Career Path with increased operational responsibilities as well as training and mentoring opportunities. When you successfully obtain a higher certification/license, you will be eligible for additional base or premium pay in accordance with the schedule below.

OCWA offers internal career progression for Operators through the Operator Career Path to encourage them to pursue higher‑level licences. The salary ranges below will be applied based on the certification you hold at the time of hire and will be progressed internally upon obtaining higher‑level certification/license:

• $24.88 to $26.41 per hour (OIT)

• $27.92 to $31.06 per hour (Level 1 Operator)

• $29.49 to $32.83 per hour (Level 2 Operator)

• $30.67 to $38.04 per hour (Level 3 or 4 Operator)

OPS/OCWA’s 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.

The Ontario Clean Water Agency is an inclusive employer and we offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions if you require a disability-related accommodation.

The Ontario Clean Water Agency is an agency of the Province of Ontario, reporting to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. As the largest provider of water and wastewater services in Canada, we manage over 800 facilities from small well systems and lagoons to large water and wastewater treatment plants. Consider this opportunity if you are a motivated, team oriented individual seeking a career in the water and wastewater industry.

We thank you for your interest, and we will only contact you if we choose you for further screening or an interview.