STUDENT - Labourer Environmental

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a summer student for a position related to water distribution and wastewater collection. The role involves assisting maintenance crews with minor tasks and performing regular maintenance on infrastructure. Candidates must have a valid Ontario Class G licence and be enrolled in an engineering or environmental program. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential. The position offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a college or university program related to engineering, environmental or science.
• Must possess superior customer service skills.
• Must have a valid Ontario Class G licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance crews with minor work tasks.
• Perform maintenance on fire hydrants including inspections.
• Assist with database creations and upkeep.

Skills

Valid Ontario Class G licence

Effective communication skills in English

Motivated and team-oriented

Minimal supervision capacity

Superior customer service skills

Computer proficiency (Word, Excel)

Education

Secondary school graduate enrolled in engineering, environmental or science program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent – Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection, or designate, performs general duties and assists maintenance crews.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists maintenance crews with minor work tasks.
• Performs maintenance on fire hydrants (includes inspections, painting, grass-cutting, etc)
• Assists with minor Inspection duties
• Assists with database creations and upkeep
• Assists with clerical tasks as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• Must be a secondary school graduate and enrolled in an engineering, environmental or science program at a college or university

Skills & Abilities

• Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class G licence, or equivalent
• Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English
• Must be highly motivated and work well in a team environment
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must possess superior customer service skills
• Proficient in the use of computers and current related software (Word, Excel, etc.)

Assets

• Previous sewer and water experience is an asset
• Current Operator-in-Training Certificate from the Ministry of the Environment is an asset

Conditions of Employment

• Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• May be required to provide a successful driver’s abstract

General Information

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups and women.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE

It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

ACCOMMODATION

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY

Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]

Application forms must reference the competition number and be submitted to Human Resources by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date.

If you are offered a position as a summer student, you will be required to show proof of completing a full-time/part-time academic year (September to April) in 2024/2025 at a school, college, university or other educational institution. You may also be required to show proof of validity of your driver’s licence, professional licences, and/or education when such certification constitutes a job requirement or corporate program requirement.