DUTIES:

• Assume duties and responsibilities of the OIC as defined by the O. Reg. 170/03.
• Provide monitoring and oversight service to Hub affiliated water facilities from a centralised Hub Operating Centre located in Kenora, Ontario.
• Respond to alerts, alarms, and requests from the community water treatment facilities.
• Respond to facility emergencies notifying the Hub Manager and commencing the mobilization of repair technicians.
• Ensure staff have or work towards acquiring the necessary certificates required of their respective positions (first aid, WHMIS, pleasure craft licence, confined space, other H&S etc).
• Ensure that the Occupational health and Safety Act (Canadian Labour Code) is followed.

• Create and maintain an equipment and tool inventory including critical spare parts for the WTP’s and emergency equipment.
• Ensure communal water facilities are operated and maintained in accordance with the Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines, Ontario’s Drinking Water Quality Management Standard and the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) (O. Reg. 170/03).
• This includes the provision of remote monitoring of these facilities, creating an emergency call out hotline, and assisting with the removal of BWA’s as they arise.
• Ensure water quality data is collected, maintained and reported on.
• Develop and implement operation and maintenance procedures for efficiently and effectively operating and maintaining water facilities in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Create and maintain “living documents” such as SOPs, MMPs, ERPs, etc.
• Maintain, contribute to, and advocate the use of a computerized maintenance management system, CMMS.
• Provide direction and or supervision to Hub affiliated Water facility Operators.
• Ensure that records and logbooks are maintained in accordance with O. Reg 128/04
• Ensure that all equipment used in the processes within his/her responsibility is properly monitored, inspected, calibrated, and evaluated and that records of equipment operating status are prepared and readily available.
• Develop and implement Operator Training Plans to ensure operators receive adequate training as required under Ontario Regulation 128/04 including hands on mentoring and provision of training opportunities.
• Complete in-house reporting, trip reports, weekly updates, GBOC reports etc. Attend meetings as required.
• Note: this list includes all major responsibilities but is not exhaustive of all required day to day activities and duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have at a minimum, current WT1 Certification from the Ontario Water & Wastewater Certification Office.
• Working knowledge of water system operation, treatment, system hydraulics, pumps, wells, motors, valves, etc., normally acquired through a community college diploma or equivalent experience in water operations and maintenance including minimum 3 years operating experience in a water treatment facility.
• Strong understanding of computer applications for the technical environment including plant performance monitoring through SCADA systems.
• Effective communication and reporting skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Post-secondary education with a C.Tech, C.E.T., or P.Eng. designation would be a definite asset.
• Must have a valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license.
• Must have pleasure craft/ boat license.
• Must be willing to provide a background check.

COMPENSATION:

• Starting salary for WT1 certified Operator of 65k per annum with a 37-hour work week.
• Start with three weeks annual leave.
• Full dental and health benefits after completing the probationary period.
• All Statutory and First Nation Holidays Off
• Pension Plan

2026 Hub Operator In Charge Job Posting

Anticipated Start Date: July 13, 2026 to August 20, 2026

About AKRC

The Anishinaabeg of Kabapikotawangag Resource Council (AKRC) supports member First Nations through program coordination, cultural initiatives, education support, governance, and community development. We deliver services that uplift youth, families, and communities throughout the region.
Position Summary

AKRC is seeking a motivated Summer Student to support our administrative, cultural, and community programming throughout the summer months. The successful candidate will assist AKRC staff with event planning, office operations, youth programming, and communications tasks.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist with program and event planning (cultural camps, youth gatherings, workshops, etc.)
• Provide general office administrative support (printing, filing, reception, data entry)
• Help prepare materials for community programs and outreach initiatives
• Support communications such as posters, newsletters, and social media updates
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to youth and cultural programming
• Assist with equipment setup, cleanup, and organization during events
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• Must be a returning student in Fall 2026 (high school, college, or university)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working with youth and community members
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Email required; Canva is an asset)
• Reliable, responsible, and willing to learn
• Knowledge of Anishinaabe culture, language, and community values is an asset
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

Hours & Wage
• Summer Student Hours (7.5 hrs/day, 4 days a week for 6 weeks)
• Wage: $18/hr

Application Process

Please submit the following to: Erlene Copenace, exec.assistant@akrc.on.ca
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Deadline to Apply: June 26, 2026

Preference
Preference may be given to Indigenous applicants and/or members of AKRC member First Nations, in accordance with applicable policies and funding requirements.

Summer student job ad

Try using these spring words with your family, friends, children, or coworkers throughout the day. Don’t be afraid to practice — every word spoken is important, and learning together is part of the journey.

Let’s continue uplifting and preserving our language, one word at a time.
Miigwetch to everyone who continues to learn, teach, and speak Anishinaabemowin. 🌱

This closure helps protect walleye during their spawning period, ensuring healthy fish populations for future generations. During this time, walleye are laying eggs in our rivers, creeks, and bays, making them especially vulnerable.

🔹 Spawning walleye are protected
🔹 This period is closely monitored to support sustainability
🔹 Please follow Ontario Fishing Regulations for all zones and limits

Let’s all do our part to respect the closure and protect our waters. 💧🐟

For more information, contact: fisheries@akrc.on.ca

Miigwetch for helping care for our resources. 🙏

On October 3, 1873, our ancestors, the Anishinaabeg of the Lake of the Woods region, entered into Treaty No. 3 with the Crown. This was not a surrender of our lands or our identity—it was an agreement to share and live in peace, rooted in Anishinaabe law and teachings.

For generations, the Crown has tried to diminish or take away the rights promised to us. Yet the Anishinaabeg have never given up, and we continue to stand strong. Treaty 3 is a living, sacred agreement. It affirms our inherent rights to our lands, waters, language, and way of life. These rights cannot be erased.

Why It Matters Today

Treaty 3 reminds us of the strength and resilience of our people. It is the foundation of our sovereignty and our nation-to-nation relationship. Honoring the treaty means holding the Crown accountable and ensuring that future generations know the promises made to our ancestors must be respected and upheld.

Our Commitment as Anishinaabeg

We will continue to:

• Protect our lands and waters as stewards for the next seven generations.

• Defend our rights to hunt, fish, harvest, and live as Anishinaabeg.

• Stand united as a powerful people, honoring the vision and strength of our ancestors.

Treaty No. 3 is not just history—it is our future. We take this day as a day to remember, to honor those who came before us, and to carry forward their teachings, their strength, and their determination. The Crown may try to limit us, but as Anishinaabeg, we know who we are, and we will always rise to protect what is ours.

Join us for a two-day human rights–based suicide prevention workshop on October 28–29, 2025, at the AKRC Main Office. Facilitated by Jennifer Braga, B.A., M.P.A., this training will strengthen connection, identity, and hope while teaching participants to recognize warning signs, respond safely, and link people to culturally grounded supports.

Certificates will be provided upon completion, and lunch is included.

📍 Location: AKRC Main Office – 505 Kavanaugh Rd
📧 To register: email executive.assistant@akrc.on.ca

Poster download below:

Suicide Prevention Workshop