Job Description

Position Details

Job ID: 30790
Union: HOWEA
Close date: December 23, 2026
Department: Water & Wastewater
Work Location: On-Site
Employment Type: Full-time
Engagement Type: Permanent
Category: Infrastructure & Operations
Subcategory: Water, Wastewater & Stormwater

Summary of Duties

Perform all duties required by the trade of an Instrumentation Technician including, but not limited to, the following: troubleshooting, repair, and operational and basic predictive and preventative instrumentation maintenance duties and associated installations for the water and wastewater treatment facilities and outstations. This will involve exposure to varying climatic conditions, potential exposure to trace chemicals of treatment chemicals, sludge, water and wastewater, and working at computer terminals, working on computer via work truck, and working at heights and in confined spaces. Must be self-motivated with a strong team working skillset, able to work both independently and as part of a team. Must excel at planning, organizing, and implementing work pertaining to breakdown and predictive and preventive maintenance on instrumentation equipment.

General Duties

Adjusts, inspects and evaluates process performance and the equipment to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with established procedures.
Calibration and troubleshooting of chlorine analyzers, pressure and flow transmitters, and chemical equipment used in water and wastewater processes.
Performs various test procedures required to monitor equipment conditions.
Proficient in the use of the City’s embedded maintenance software programs for water and wastewater treatment equipment.
Use software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook) to carry out necessary tasks.
Maintains logs and records pertaining to equipment performance and conditions according to procedures.
Performs housekeeping/janitorial duties in work areas.
Undertakes all assigned duties safely and professionally, complying with City of Hamilton Safety Policies, Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHIMS, and other applicable legislation.
Assist facility personnel as required, including operational duties such as starting/stopping pumps, adjusting equipment, operating valves, adjusting process controls.
Works according to Health and Safety legislation and City policies related to occupational health and safety.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Valid Provincial Instrumentation & Control Technician 447A License.
Proven Apprenticeship preferred.
Experience with calibration, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of instrumentation at water, wastewater treatment & outstation installations or large industrial plants such as manufacturing or utilities.
Proficient in maintenance programs for water and wastewater treatment or utilities equipment.
Experience in pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, and instrumentation and controls equipment.
Must be able to obtain or possess within probation period Operator-in-training certifications for Wastewater Treatment, Wastewater Collection, Water Treatment, and Water Distribution Certificates of Competency; and obtain Level 1 certification within six years.
Strong team player, self-motivated, excellent planning and organizing skills.
Thorough knowledge of statutes, regulations, and by-laws affecting the department (e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act, Environmental Protection Act, Safe Drinking Water).
High proficiency in software applications (MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook) and asset management software (Hansen, Enterprise Asset Management).
Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
Ability to wear and maintain self-contained breathing apparatus and pass full face mask fit test.
Ability to respond on-call outside normal work hours and to various work sites.
Ability to work in varying climatic conditions with exposure to trace amounts of chemicals, sludge, and wastewater.

How to Apply

Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city.

Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants will be considered only after the internal posting process is complete. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.