Summer Student

**Summer Student - General Labourer (Water & Wastewater Treatment)**:
At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

As a summer student at Halton, you will gain the experience you need to build a bright future by working alongside experts in their field.

**This position will be required to work 100% in person, on site.**

**Posting ID**: 3642
**Department**: Public Works
**Division**: Water & Wastewater Treatment
**Pay Range**:
1st Term - $20.11

2nd Term - $21.12

3rd Term - $22.17

4th Term - $23.28

**Job Type**: Student

**Vacancies**: 3
**Contract Duration**: May 5, 2025 to August 29, 2025
**Hours of Work**: 40 hours per week
**Work Location(s)**:
South West Wastewater Treatment Plant - 1385 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville

Acton Wastewater Treatment Plant and Georgetown Wastewater Plant

Skyway Wastewater Treatment Plant - 1125 Lakeshore Road., Burlington
**Employee Group**: MMSG
**Posting Date**:December 20, 2024
**Application Deadline**: January 10, 2025
- Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis and returning to school in the fall of 2025.

**Job Summary**:
This role supports the team of Wastewater Operators by completing operational and lab duties, collecting data, and general maintenance.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Wash and/or paint walls, windows and other structures/surfaces.
- Sweep/remove debris from sidewalk, walkways, building grounds and other areas.
- Relocate, replenish and monitor material/products/supplies at and/or between job sites.
- Load and unload trucks with supplies and equipment.
- Assist in routine maintenance and repair of equipment.
- Attend Health and Safety training to ensure personal safety complies with Provincial legislated standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Skills & Qualifications**:
**Essential**
- Enrolled at a recognized college or university in a Water/Wastewater or an Environmental related program.
- Interest in gaining hands-on experience in Wastewater Operations.
- Strong technical aptitude.
- Well-organized and self-motivated.

**Preferred**

**Working/ Employment Conditions**:
**Working Conditions**
- The incumbent must be able to work outdoors, in various weather conditions and be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including lifting up 25lbs.
- The incumbent will be required to safely handle designated substances, including caustic and acidic chemicals.
- Wastewater activities also involve working in unsanitary or odorous conditions at times.

**Employment Conditions**
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.