The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a

Operator

Posting Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Closing Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 @ 12:00 NOON

Starting Rate: $33.54 hourly

Salary Range: $33.54 - $36.18 hourly

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Classification: CUPE Outside Class 6

Status: Temporary Full-Time (up to 15 months)

This job posting is for an existing vacancy, and it is also being posted internally.

The District:
Muskoka is a great place to live and play, and the District is a four-season municipality passionate about

protecting, servicing and caring for this community. We have opportunities that will allow you to learn, grow and

build your career amongst other ambitious leaders and innovators. We offer a competitive compensation

package and are committed to promoting diversity, accessibility and inclusion. It’s what we do!

The Opportunity:
The Operator will receive day-to-day instruction and supervision from the Chief Operator, Water & Wastewater

Operations, or Overall Responsible Operator (ORO), and can act as the Operator in Charge (OIC) as defined

in provincial statutes, as required. The Operator assists the ORO in the safe and efficient operation and

maintenance of Muskoka’s water and wastewater subsystems

What you will do:
• Operates and maintains all assigned subsystems, as required.

• Assists ORO and Lead Operators in the general operation, maintenance and repair of systems and

facilities.

• Acts as “Operator in Charge” (OIC) as defined in provincial statues.

• Coordinates the activities of assigned personnel.

• Performs all chemical tests and/or collects samples in the prescribed manner in compliance with

Certificates of Approval, legislation, policy and procedures.

• Assists in the preparation of work schedules and documentation for the billing of third parties.

• Assists in the ordering of all necessary chemicals, equipment, parts, etc., as required.

• Enters daily logging of facility performance, maintenance, repairs and process changes following provincial

statutes.

• Responds to and resolves, when possible, customer inquiries and concerns, but refers more complex

matters to the ORO

• Conducts facility tours and participates in public education events, when required.

• Works safely and in compliance with relevant statutes and regulations and within the safe work procedures

and directives as established by the District.

• Undertakes standby duties, as required.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

What you will need:
• Minimum Grade 12 education, or equivalent

• Must hold, at minimum, Class 1 licenses/ certificates which would allow the Operator to be designated as

OIC under the Ministry regulations for the subsystem in which they are working

• Greater than twelve months operating experience, as defined in the Licensing Guidelines of the Ministry

• Knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations (e.g., Occupational Health & Safety Act, Drinking

Water Standards, Drinking Water Protection Regulations, Safe Drinking Water Act, Spills Act, etc.)

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and courteously with District staff and members of the

public and resolve situations through strong interpersonal and communication skills

• A sound knowledge of engineering, electrical and mechanical systems

• Proficiency with various computer systems (e.g. MSOffice Suite, familiarity with SCADA systems is an

asset).

• Hold a valid Ontario Driver’s license.

What we are offering:
The District is proud to offer the following benefits with this job:

• OMERS pension

• Work-life flexibility

• Perks and discounts

• Wellness programs

• Fostering and fun environment

• Professional development and education opportunities

• Pay range progression based on length of time in the job and satisfactory performance

The Next Step
If you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications, and can support our vision and values (RISE:

Respect, Innovation, Service and Equity), submit your application using the apply now link below.

APPLY NOW or visit our careers page for other opportunities.

Please note that if there are no qualified candidates, Management will consider under-qualified candidates who

possess, at minimum, all four OIT licenses without reposting (OIT starting wage $31.80). OIT candidates will

be required to write and pass the tests for the appropriate Class 1 licenses within two (2) years of employment.

The District of Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce, encouraging applications from all

qualified individuals. Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of

goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related

accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible.

Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Any questions regarding this posting should be directed to the

Human Resources Department.