The RM of Edenwold is a municipality located just east of the City of Regina. It is home to nearly 5,000 residents and over 200 businesses. Emerald Park and the Great Plains Industrial Park form part of the RM of Edenwold along with over 20 other residential and commercial subdivisions. There are four major highways that intersect in the municipality including the No. 1 Highway and a segment of the new Regina Bypass.
The RM of Edenwold is home to a wide range of land uses associated with both rural and urban environments. The diversity in the municipality presents unique and interesting challenges. We believe this is an opportunity for you to work for an exceptional organization with great people.
The RM of Edenwold is accepting applications for the position of permanent full-time Lead Operator with Water/Wastewater Distribution Certification I.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assign daily tasks within the urban shop
- Equipment operation and maintenance of tractors, mowers, skid steer, packers and other equipment
- Hard surface roadway maintenance which can include but not limit to, crack sealing, pothole repair, chipseal repair, line painting
- Park maintenance of grassed areas, trees, shrubs, etc.
- Knowledge of operating and repairing irrigation systems
- Annual weed control license is preferred
- Winter maintenance, snow removal, ice control for roads and pathways
- Seasonal drainage maintenance such as culvert steaming/cleaning
- Assisting with the Water Treatment Plant and North Booster Station operations and general maintenance of those facilities
- Assisting with daily testing, sampling and record keeping
- Assisting with meter reading
- Assist with yearly water valve exercising
- Assist with watermain flushing and hydrant maintenance
- Assist with lift station maintenance and monitoring of the collection system
- Ability to be on call 24 – 7 for assisting in Emergency situations (1 week per month rotation)
- All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle
- Must have a valid Power Mobile Equipment Certificate or be willing to obtain same
- Applicants must be able to work with minimal supervision and must be able to work well with others
- Valid Saskatchewan Vehicle Operator’s License with air endorsement would be an asset
- Any certifications or journeyman tickets would be an asset
- Must have Grade 12 or equivalent or a combination of education & experience
- Preference will be given to those candidates who have achieved Level I Water & Wastewater Distribution certification
- WHMIS, Confined Space Entry, First Aid/CPR are required
- Mechanical ability for repairing equipment would be an asset
- Water/Wastewater treatment and distribution experience an asset
- Excellent health (position requires significant walking, climbing and lifting)
WAGES & BENEFITS:
- The RM of Edenwold offers competitive wages and benefits package based on education, qualifications and relevant experience.
- Determination of wage will be based on proven years of experience.
WAGE:
- $35.96/hour to $42.13/hour
To learn more about the RM of Edenwold No. 158, please visit our site here
APPLY TO:
Qualified candidates for the position should apply by submitting their resume and cover letter to Rod Benroth, Public Works Foreman at the RM Municipal Office by:
E-mail: info@edenwold-sk.ca
Fax: 306-347-2970
Mail:
RM of Edenwold No. 158
100 Hutchence Road
Emerald Park SK
S4L 1C6
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Thursday August 7th, 2025.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for this job please visit edenwold-sk.ca .
