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Water and Waste Plant Operators  (NOC 9424)
London Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Water plant operators monitor and operate computerized control systems and related equipment in water filtration and treatment plants to regulate the treatment and distribution of water. Waste plant operators monitor and operate computerized control systems and related equipment in wastewater, sewage treatment and liquid waste plants to regulate the treatment and disposal of sewage and wastes. They are employed by municipal governments, industries and institutions.

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Water plant operators perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment in water filtration and treatment plants to regulate the treatment and distribution of water
  • Read flow meters, gauges and other recording instruments to measure water output and consumption levels, bacterial content, chlorine and fluoride levels
  • Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctions and to ensure plant systems are operating normally
  • Collect and test water samples for chemical and bacterial content
  • Analyze test results and instrument readings and make adjustments to plant equipment and systems as required
  • Perform security checks in plant and on grounds
  • Respond to customer complaints on water quality problems
  • Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
  • May perform minor maintenance or assist skilled tradespersons with installation and repair of plant machinery
  • May measure, mix and transport chemicals to maintain feed stocks.
Waste plant operators perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Operate and monitor computerized control systems and related equipment in wastewater treatment, sewage treatment and liquid waste plants to regulate the flow of sewage through settling, aeration and digestion tanks, and to treat and dispose of sewage and wastes
  • Patrol plant to check pumps, motors, filters, chlorinators and other plant equipment; monitor and read gauges, meters and other recording instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure plant systems and equipment are operating within prescribed limits
  • Collect waste and sewage samples, test and analyze results and make adjustments to plant equipment and systems as required
  • Perform security checks in plant and on grounds
  • Complete and maintain plant logs and reports
  • May perform minor maintenance or assist skilled tradespersons with installation and repair of plant machinery.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

London, St. Thomas, Woodstock, Aylmer, Ingersoll, Parkhill, Strathroy, Tillsonburg, Belmont, Erie Rest, Grimmonds Beach, Invererie Heights, Lyndale, Lynhurst, Mitchell Heights, Mount Brydges, North Ward, Orchard Beach, Port Stanley

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Wages for Water and Waste Plant Operators in London Region

Wages depend on job requirements and work conditions. They also vary between regions, for reasons such as location, labour agreements, and the availability of workers. The wages below are estimated before taxes.

Wage Estimates

Table of wage levels for your chosen occupation in your region as well as in the rest of the province or territory.
Location Wage ($/hr) Note
Low Median High
Ontario 15.00 26.50 32.00 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Hamilton--Niagara Peninsula Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Kingston - Pembroke Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Kitchener--Waterloo--Barrie Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
London Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Muskoka-Kawarthas Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Northeast Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Northwest Region N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the provincial or territorial level.
Ottawa Region N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the provincial or territorial level.
Stratford--Bruce Peninsula Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Toronto Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Windsor-Sarnia Region 15.00 26.50 32.00 NoteLink opens in a new window
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC | Wage Methodology ]

Ontario Job Futures

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