Water Resources Technician Summer Jobs Contract - Mildmay, Canada - Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
Description
This position is being funded by _Canada Summer Jobs_.Applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 30 at the beginning of the employment period to be eligible for this position.
Summary of Functions
The Water Resources Technician is responsible for assisting within field and office duties related to the operation of SVCA's Flood Forecasting and Warning program.
Working under supervision of the Flood Forecasting & Warning Coordinator, the position will comprise of field data collection, data management and analysis, and inspection and maintenance of hydrometric and meteorological monitoring equipment.
Qualifications
- Possess or working towards a postsecondary degree or diploma in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, natural resources management or a related field
- Knowledge and experience with hydrology and collection of hydrometric and meteorological data
- Knowledge and experience with streamflow measurement techniques and equipment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Sound analytical thinking, planning, and organization skills
- Ability to undertake field work under varying terrain and weather conditions
- Knowledge of safety hazards related to working around water and roadways
- Valid 'G' Class Driver's License
- Valid First Aid Certificate is considered an asset
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the installation, inspection and maintenance of stream gauge stations and meteorological monitoring equipment
- Cleaning and calibration of precipitation gauges
- Obtaining streamflow measurements for the development of rating curves
- Completion of elevation surveys using a rod and optical level
- Quality assurance, control, and entry of hydrometric data
- Development, review, and update of plans and standard operating procedures
- Review and archive of historical flood records
- Support other activities within the Water Resources Department, as required
- Abide by all SVCA policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety and use all required PPE
Work Environment and Conditions
This position will require travel within the Saugeen watershed.
Training
SVCA offers comprehensive health and safety training including on-the-job training, WHMIS, First Aid, and Health and Safety Training.
Location
SVCA's Administrative Office, 1078 Bruce Road 12 Formosa, Ontario
Work Period
- May 6th to August 30th, 202 37.5 hours per week
Wages & Benefits
- $18 / hour
- 4% vacation pay
- OMERS pension plan (optional)
- Employee Assistance Program
Closing Date for Applications
March 1st, 2024
Please submit your cover letter and resumé outlining how your experience meets the necessary qualifications.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the _Municipal Freedom of _
- Information and Protection of Privacy Act _(MFIPPA).
Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary:
$18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
In person
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