Water Resources Technician

**Water Resources Technician**: If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you. Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team **As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.** **Posting ID**: 4324 **Department**: Public Works **Division**: Infrastructure & Environmental Services **Pay Range**: **Job Type**: Contract < 1 Year **Contract Duration**: 4 months **Hours of Work**: 35 hours per week **Work Location**: Halton Regional Center, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville **Employee Group**: OCT **Posting Date**:July 4, 2025 **Application Deadline**: July 11, 2025 **_ Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months._** **Job Summary**: Responsible for carrying out specific field monitoring requirements for the Region’s Permit-To-Take-Water Monitoring and Contingency Plans. This position supports the collection, management, QA/QC, and analysis of hydrogeological and hydrological data within Regional Well Fields to support compliance with the Region’s Permit-To-Take-Water and the Ontario Water Resources Act (O. Reg. 903.) **Duties & Responsibilities**: - Perform groundwater and surface water monitoring and data collection, management, analysis and QA/QC for Halton Region’s Groundwater Monitoring Program in order to meet Permit-To-Take-Water requirements. - Maintain and calibrate field monitoring equipment (i.e., data loggers, mini-piezometers, flow trackers) to ensure accuracy of data collection. - Compile, manage, and analyze new and historical field data (e.g., prepare hydrographs and water quality concentration versus time graphs) and related information from hydrogeological reports. - Prepare mapping to present monitoring locations and data using GIS software. - Create and maintain monitoring well maintenance logs to fulfill Drinking Water Quality Management System requirements. Coordinate and support monitoring well installations, repairs, and decommissioning with licensed well contractors in accordance with O. Reg. 903. **Skills & Qualifications**: - Degree or diploma from an earth / environmental sciences or environmental / water resources engineering program. - Two (2) years of related experience. - Familiar with ground and surface water monitoring, instrumentation, data collection/management, and quality assurance. - Self-motivated, a strong communicator, and adept at data management, analysis and reporting. - Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and safe work practices. - Strong organizational skills and a strong commitment to work cooperatively and safely in a team environment. - Experience with software such as Access, GIS, and Office. **Working/ Employment Conditions**: **Working Conditions** - The incumbent will be required to work at Halton Regional Center and in addition to completing field work. **Employment Conditions** - A valid driver's license. - Driver's Abstract. - 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 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of 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. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.