Water and Wastewater Sampling Technician

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada Aureus Solutions Inc Full time

Aureus Solutions is seeking a part-time Technician to conduct water samples. The sampling days can be scheduled with a significant amount of flexibility and is conducted during normal working hours (Mon-Fri between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm).

The anticipated workload is between 5-15 sampling events/year (a sampling event will take approx. 4 hrs.) and offers flexibility in scheduling. This position is an ideal match for someone looking for a 2nd job (working days off) or someone who is semi-retired.

All sampling is conducted within Ottawa. Applicants must have a valid drivers license and access to a personal vehicle. Mileage reimbursement will be provided where applicable.

Must be eligible for security clearance, including a valid police check.

**About Aureus**

For 17 years, Aureus has helped organizations manage ongoing risks and responsibilities associated with water and wastewater. We help organizations understand their water and wastewater risks and responsibilities in the areas of operations, maintenance, management and design.

**Responsibilities**

Schedule and complete sampling, as requested. The exact amount of work will vary by season. Schedule will be flexible, and response time is not immediate and can be coordinated around technician’s schedule, within reason.

Government mileage rates or rental car can be provided.

Conduct water sampling according to corporate procedures.

Take detailed and legible field notes and submit them to the Project Coordinator by the end of each working day.

Identify and take corrective actions for sampling and sample handling challenges

Communicate with facility staff in a polite and supportive manner

Represent Aureus in a professional manner

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Experience with drinking water and/or wastewater sampling and operation is required.
- Ability to work with off-site supervision
- Ability to lift ~30 lbs (sample coolers, manhole cover manipulation)
- Ability to work cooperatively with others and in a team environment
- Computer skills sufficient to complete and upload field notes and pictures
- Satisfactory Criminal Background Check
- Valid driver license and reliable automobile
- Attention to detail

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Schedule:

- No weekends
- On call

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-25



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