Summer Student Placement in Sagamok, Ontario at Sagamok Anishnawbek
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SUMMER STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITY
Water & Sanitation Labourer - Water & Sanitation (8 weeks / 2 Positions)
Salary Range: $21.00 per hour
JOB SUMMARY:
The Water & Sanitation Maintenance Worker shall report to the Water & Sanitation Manager and assist the water and sanitation programs with field work and maintenance, research and outreach on water and sanitation in the community.
In support of Sagamok Anishinabek goal of providing quality management, the Water & Sanitation Maintenance worker shall continuously strive to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with other departments to provide quality services to its membership. The Water & Sanitation Maintenance Worker shall perform assignments in accordance with professional and federal laws.
POSITION DUTIES:
- Design and implement survey tools for compiling information on water and sanitation, locate Curb-Stops and corporate mains and identify them using GPS
- Compile test result information into reports and/or database
- Assist with sanitation needs when required
- In-put Curb-Stop Data/drawings on designated Microsoft Excel file
- Water quality monitoring and shadowing Water Operator’s
- Read flow meter gauges and other recording instruments to measure water output and consumption levels, bacteria content, turbidity and chlorine levels
- Daily record volume readings at pump houses with operators
- Development and delivery of educational materials to increase public awareness and knowledge regarding water consumption
- Improve safe drinking water for private well owners
- Hydrants painting
- Grass cutting around pump-houses, water tower and around hydrants
- Participate in various associations and organizations to learn new practices and trends, to remain informed of current affairs and issues affecting the programs and to enhance personal growth
- Attend and participate in regular Planning & Infrastructure team meetings
- Participate in regular supervision and performance evaluations
- Prepare monthly activity and statistical reports for submission to the Water and Sanitation Manager
- Alert the Manager of problems in a timely fashion so that appropriate action can be taken
- Participate in health and safety training that occurs on a regular basis (WHMIS, transportation of dangerous goods, confined space, CPR and first aid)
- Perform other duties as required
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check that is valid within 6 months.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with Sagamok Anishnawbek policies.
- Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle for on-the-job use.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Full time Grade 12 and/or Post Secondary students
Must possess excellent organization skills
Ability to work flexible hours and weekends
Must be dependable and work with little supervision
Must be able to operate small machinery such as weed whips
Valid G2 drivers license would be an asset
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resumé,
By: Until Filled.
Sagamok Anishnawbek Fulltime Students (must be returning to school fulltime this Fall)
Preference will be given to students who qualify for the ISET Subsidy Program
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.