Description
Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines!
About the City:
At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.
About the Role:
To carry out drinking water sampling activities using data quality assurance/quality control protocols. To document and maintain the drinking water quality data in formats to satisfy the Safe Water Drinking Act, and the Provincial Drinking Water Regulations and Standards.
What You Will be Doing:
- Conducting the drinking water sampling surveillance program, according to the Provincial regulations.
- Collecting samples throughout the drinking water distribution system using appropriate quality assurance/quality control protocols.
- Maintaining sampling equipment and supplies in order to conduct the sampling program.
- Maintaining the field and laboratory data in a form to satisfy the legal requirements of the Drinking Water Regulations and Drinking Water Quality Management Standard.
- Conducting the notifications required under the Drinking Water Regulations and Standards.
- Preparing reports to satisfy legal reporting deadlines.
- Conducting special drinking water monitoring programs as required.
- Conducting regular operations and environmental services staff training with regard to all aspects of drinking water distribution system monitoring.
- Performing other similar and related duties as required.
These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution.
Requirements
About You:
Qualifications:
- Graduate of a two year Community College program in environmental science or technology or equivalent of education and experience.
- Trainable as a Water Quality Analyst as defined under the Drinking Water Regulations and to take the Ontario Water Wastewater Certification Office (OWWCO)/Ministry of the Environment (MOE) Exam for the License to be a certified Water Quality Analyst.
- Must be able to satisfy the License requirements of OWWCO/MOE requirements and receive the Water Quality Analyst License within three months of receiving the appropriate training.
- Must be physically fit to perform field work.
- Willingness to work flexible hours.
Skills:
- Well developed computer skills and knowledge of various computer software programs.
- Written and verbal skills.
Other Requirements:
- Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
- A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.
- Proof of education will be required upon hire.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, Class “G” with a clean driving record.
What’s in it for you:
- Salary & Benefits: Get a competitive salary plus health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage (for eligible positions).
- Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions for a secure retirement. Learn more at OMERS.
- Flexibility: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work environment (for eligible positions).
- Professional Development: Access training and development funds to support your career growth.
- Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
- Great People: Work with a supportive team and a leadership team focused on growth and success.
Salary & Benefits
Other Job Details:
- Pay Rate: $67,043 to $75,285
- Employee Group: CUPE 157
- Department: Engineering, Facilities and Environmental Services
- Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Work Mode: In-person
- Work Location: 360 Niagara St
- Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Number of Openings: 1
- Job ID: 2024-176
- Posted Date: August 12, 2024
Contact
Email: hr@stcatharines.ca
Other relevant information
Additional Information:
To ensure fairness and efficiency in our recruitment process, we kindly request that all applications be submitted through our official portal at www.stcatharines.ca/jobs. Applications received through other channels will not be considered. We also advise applicants to maintain up-to-date contact information and regularly check their spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding their application may be directed there.
For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.
They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.
Employment Equity, Inclusivity and Accommodation:
Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform the Human Resources Division of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.
To ensure fairness and efficiency in our recruitment process, we kindly request that all applications be submitted through our official portal at www.stcatharines.ca/jobs. Applications received through other channels will not be considered. We also advise applicants to maintain up-to-date contact information and regularly check their spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding their application may be directed there.
For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.
They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.
Employment Equity, Inclusivity and Accommodation:
Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform the Human Resources Division of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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