water quality analyst

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada City of Toronto Full time
Division & Section: Toronto Water, Environment Energy & Emergency Planning

Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Temporary (12 month) vacancy

Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $35.17 - $38.53, TF0556, Wage Grade 9

Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation: L79 Full-time

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 21-Jan-2025 to 04-Feb-2025

Major Responsibilities:

- Conduct activities relating to the collection of potable water samples for the distribution system water monitoring program for the City of Toronto in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act 2002 and associated Regulations.
- Maintain field instruments and verify daily with appropriate Quality Control prior to use.
- Participate in internal and external Proficiency Testing and method validation.
- Adhere to Quality Management System policies and procedures.
- Monitor control charting of quality control samples to identify trends and non-conformances.
- Maintain clear and concise records and enter data using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Collect potable water samples and conduct field tests using portable instrumentation following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Communicate with various clients (i.e. General public, Lab staff, City of Toronto staff).
- Adhere to chain of custody with regards to the transportation and delivery of all samples to the laboratory.
- Operate and maintain vehicle.
- Identify and report on adverse water quality.
- Collect samples using appropriate sample collection protocol in the field (i.e. Bacteriological, Microscopic, Chemical, Physical parameters).
- Investigate customer water quality concerns and answer questions appropriately and professionally.
- Perform work in accordance with all regulations of an accredited and licensed laboratory.
- Train and mentor new staff.
- Transport samples, supplies and materials.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

- Post-secondary education in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Environment studies or related field, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current Water Quality Analyst Certificate or Drinking Water System Operator Certificate as required by Ont. Regulation 128/04.
- Considerable experience in potable water sampling aseptic techniques and use of field instrumentation.
- Experience performing field tests related to potable water systems.
- Experience in the use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, LIMS or comparable.
- A valid Province of Ontario class "G" Driver's License and able to pass and maintain a City Operators driving permit.

You must also have:

- Strong verbal communication skills to facilitate interaction with the general public, private industry and other regulatory bodies.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed documentation and to write clear, concise reports in a legible manner.
- Ability to withstand outdoor environment, including the ability to work independently in varying climatic conditions.
- Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems.
- Ability to meet with the public and represent the City of Toronto.
- Ability to work as part of a team with co-workers, staff from other units, divisions and agencies.
- Ability to work regular and rotating shifts (days, afternoons, including weekends) and overtime as required.
- Must complete required hours of on-the-job and director approved training to maintain the Drinking Water System Operator or Water Quality Analyst Certificate.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS.
- Knowledge of Government legislations such as Safe Drinking Water Act and associated regulations, Clean Water Drinking Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ontario Water Resources Act.
- Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City's commitment to employment equity.

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