Water Quality Technician

**Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines**:
**About the City**:
At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

**About the Role**:
To carry out water, wastewater and environmental sampling activities using data quality assurance/quality control protocols. To document and maintain the sampling data in formats to satisfy the Safe Water Drinking Act, and the Provincial Drinking Water Regulations and Standards.

**What You Will be Doing**:

- Conduct the drinking water sampling surveillance program, according to the Provincial regulations.
- Collect environmental samples using appropriate quality assurance/quality control protocols.
- Maintain sampling equipment and supplies in order to conduct the sampling program.
- Maintain the field and laboratory data in a form to satisfy the legal audit requirements of the Drinking Water Regulations and Drinking Water Quality Management Standard.
- Conduct notifications required under the Drinking Water Regulations and Standards.
- Prepare reports to satisfy legal reporting deadlines.
- Conduct special drinking water monitoring programs as required.
- Assist with environmental education and environmental projects and programs.
- Assist in the implementation of special environment related projects as assigned.
- Conduct Municipal Works and Environmental Services staff training with regard to aspects of drinking water distribution system monitoring.
- Perform other similar and related duties as required.

**About You**:
**Qualifications**:

- Three (3) year College Diploma in environmental science or technology.
- One (1) year of current experience directly related to drinking water monitoring programs.
- Trainable as a Water Quality Analyst as defined under the Drinking Water Regulations and to take the Ontario Water Wastewater Certification Office (OWWCO)/Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) Exam for the License to be a certified as a Water Quality Analyst.
- Must be able to satisfy the License requirements of OWWCO/MECP requirements and receive the Water Quality Analyst License within three months of receiving the appropriate training.

**Skills**:

- Strong analytical and organizational skills with well-developed communication skills both written and verbal.
- Strong computer skills with knowledge of a wide range of software programs and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software programs.
- Well-developed customer service skills with a strong sense of public service and cooperation, and ability to effectively deal with the public.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements (i.e. field work) of the job.

**Other Requirements**:

- Valid Ontario Driver’s licence, Class “G”, with a clean driving record.
- Willingness to work flexible hours.
- A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.
- Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Salary & Benefits: Get a competitive salary plus health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage (for eligible positions).
- Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions for a secure retirement. Learn more at OMERS.
- Flexibility: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work environment (for eligible positions).
- Professional Development: Access training and development funds to support your career growth.
- Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
- Great People: Work with a supportive team and a leadership team focused on growth and success.

**Other Job Details**:

- Pay Rate: $67,205.23 - $75,511.80
- Employee Group: CUPE 157
- Department: EFES - Environmental Services
- Position Type: Permanent Full Time
- Work Mode: In person
- Work Location: 360 Niagara St
- Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Number of Openings: 1
- Job ID: 2025-93
- Posted Date: May 16, 2025

**Additional Information**:
For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.

They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.

**Employment Equity, Inclusivity and Accommodation**:
Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encou