Water Quality Summer Student

District of Lake Country; Lake Country; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Lake Country, BC, is looking for a Water Quality Assistant Summer Student to support the Water Quality and utilities crew from May 1 to August 31, 2026. Responsibilities include collecting water samples and maintaining monitoring equipment. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and preferably be enrolled in science-related fields. This role offers a competitive salary of $23.20 per hour plus additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $23.20 per hour

Possible bursary of up to $1,000

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Steel-toe boots are mandatory.
• First-aid ticket would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze water samples.
• Maintain water quality monitoring equipment.
• Manage field data and update reports.

Skills

Collection of bacteriological and water samples

Data collection using Excel and Word

Ability to work independently

Collaborative attitude

Education

Enrolled in Water Quality Technology programs or science-related fields

Job description

About the Opportunity

The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a Water Quality Assistant Summer Student based in Lake Country, BC.

The Water Quality Assistant Summer Student will be asked to complete a wide range of tasks in support of the Water Quality and utilities crew.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited:

• Collection of bacteriological and water samples, analyzing for water chemistry, calibration.
• Maintenance of on-line water quality monitoring equipment.
• Other tasks include maintaining accurate records of all work performed and data collection using Excel and Word to manage field data, update reports, and generate spreadsheets and graphs.

Training will be provided before any staff is asked to complete a task or operate a piece of equipment.

More About You

To qualify for this role, you must possess a valid driver’s license. Steel‑toe boots are required. A first‑aid ticket would be considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates enrolled in either Water Quality Technology programs or other science‑related fields.

You must fulfill the Canada Summer Jobs Criteria:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial legislation and regulations.

As our ideal candidate, you are self‑reliant with the ability to work independently at times, as well as the ability to work within a regulated protocol environment, following rules and regulations.

Above all, we value a collaborative attitude, fostering positive working relationships with staff and tactfully conveying information and policies to the public.

About the Benefits

• You will receive a competitive salary of $23.20 per hour (2026 rates) plus 17.4% in‑lieu of all benefits.
• You may be eligible for a bursary of up to $1,000 at the completion of the term.
• A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.

This position can work up to 40 hours per week including weekends and evenings from May 1 – August 31, 2026 (approximate dates). Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will be accepted through our website at www.lakecountry.bc.ca until 4:00 pm on March 7, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The District of Lake Country is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting [e-mail].