Utility Operator Level 1-2

Date posted: January 6, 2026

Pay: CA$ CA$42.00 per hour

Job description:

Location: St. Albert, AB
Company: Enviro Trace Ltd.

Are you passionate about water distribution systems and eager to help municipalities detect and locate water main leaks? Do you enjoy working outdoors, traveling, and solving challenges? If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can make a lasting impact while promoting environmental stewardship, we want you on our team

Who We Are

Enviro Trace Ltd. is rapidly expanding across Western Canada, with future growth into Eastern Canada, as we develop our advanced water leak detection services. With over 25 years of specialized experience, we provide innovative asset integrity solutions to municipalities, engineering firms, and infrastructure companies. As we grow, we continuously embrace new technologies to enhance our services.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct leak detection work on Municipal water mains and distribution systems
• Operate acoustic sensors, ground microphones, tracer gas systems, and other specialized tools
• Fire hydrant maintenance/inspections
• Plan field routes, collect data, and contribute to and write technical reports
• Travel extensively across Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan, and occasionally across Canada
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Drive a company vehicle on highways and in city environments.
• Support shop and office tasks when not in the field
• Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Water distribution Level 1or 2 with a minimum of 5 years experience
• Fire hydrant maintenance/inspection experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• 5-year driving abstract required
• Physically fit: able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to think outside the box.
• Safety awareness
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint)
• Self-starter, team-oriented, and accountable
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Comfortable around dogs in an office setting

Preferred but not required skills and training:

• Experience using acoustic leak detection equipment
• Safety certifications: Ground Disturbance II, WHMIS, First Aid

Pre-Hire Requirements:

• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Must provide:
• 5-year clean driver's abstract
• Criminal background check
• Pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one

What You Can Expect:

• Extensive field travel (company vehicle provided), occasional flights
• 8–12 hour shifts depending on project; overtime and weekend work as required
• Office hours when not traveling: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
• No remote work — this is an in-person, field-based role

Compensation & Benefits: Starting at CA$28.00/hour (depending on experience) + overtime

What We Offer:

• Full-time, permanent position
• Starting pay: $28.00 per hour depending on experience + overtime
• Minimum 40 hours per week
• Comprehensive benefits package (Dental, Disability, Extended Health Care)
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Monday to Friday schedule (weekends as needed)
• Company vehicle provided for work
• 3 weeks paid vacation (after accrual)
• Casual dress environment & on-site parking

Join us and be part of an innovative team making a real difference in water infrastructure management

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Additional pay: Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience with water distribution systems?
• Do you have Water & Wastewater Level 1 or Fire hydrant maintenance/inspection experience?

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person