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Water Supply and Distribution Co-op Student (4 Month)
Co-op Student
Posting Number: COOP-25-05
Job Type: Co-op, Temporary-Full-time, up to 4 Months, Union
Salary Range: $22.05 per hour
Location: Barrie, ON - Onsite (see below for more details)
Posted: Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Application Deadline: Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11:59 pm
The Opportunity
The Infrastructure Department is comprised of five Branches, including three Design and Construction Branches, the Wastewater Operations Branch, and the Water Operations Branch. Key responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of the City’s environmental infrastructure and systems including water supply, treatment, and distribution; wastewater collection and treatment; and the design and construction of the City's infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, roads, sewers, watermains, sidewalks, stormwater management ponds, water towers and reservoirs, etc.
The City of Barrie is fortunate to have access to two sources of drinking water: groundwater from an aquifer and surface water from Kempenfelt Bay. The City of Barrie is looking for students to work in the Drinking Water System to support the Water Supply and Water Customer Service sections.
The successful applicant to this position will perform and/or assist with the operation and maintenance of the City of Barrie’s Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Supply, and Water Distribution sub-systems - which may include:
- Assist with sampling, testing, or monitoring
- Assist with hydrant flushing, which may include loops, dead ends, transmission main and system flushing
- Assist with monitoring and maintenance associated with remote flush-boxes
- Assist with the inspection, maintenance and cleaning of our water facilities including the Surface Water Treatment Plant, Low-lift Pumping Station, Wells, Reservoirs and Booster Pumping Stations
Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job
Corporate Culture: Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community.
Equally important to what we do is how we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed.
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
- Currently enrolled in a recognized College or University Co-op program, preferably in Environmental Technology / Technician, and returning to full-time studies
- Must hold valid Operator-in-Training Certificates from the Ministry of the Enviroment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) in Water Distribution & Supply and Water Treatment
*Minimum of 16 years of age or turning 16 by the end of the calendar year and must have attended one of the academic establishments listed above the year in which they are applying for employment and/or returning the following year
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
- Ability to work in a high paced and dynamic environment
- Dependable, reliable and able to work well with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Basic computer literacy utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Conditions of Employment
- Must hold valid Operator-in-Training Certificates from the Ministry of the Enviroment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) in Water Distribution & Supply and Water Treatment
- Valid Ontario Class “G” Drivers Licence in good standing
- CSA-approved safety footwear in good condition
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check*
*Please note that this is a requirement for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with the Police Record Check Procedure. Existing employees will be grandparented from this requirement.
Other Important Information
Work Term: May to August 2025 (4 Months)
Location: Surface Water Treatment Plant, 20 Royal Parkside Drive, Barrie, ON
Hours: The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm.
Wage: $22.05 per hour
What We Offer: This position includes optional enrollment in the OMERS Primary pension plan, prorated paid sick time based on the expected duration of employment and in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), discounted rates for City Fitness Memberships and Transit Passes, and access to the Perkopolis Perks program, which provides exclusive access to discounts on a wide range of products and services available to all City employees.
How to Apply: Click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process. Please note that emailed applications will not be considered.
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Why Barrie?
The City of Barrie is a vibrant, progressive, and growing community with deep connections to our heritage, to nature and to the opportunities surrounding us.
Our community values quality of life; the ability to play year-round with 300 hectares of park space, our beautiful waterfront, our lively downtown core and the nearby hills, wetlands, and forests. We also value connections; to our neighbours and the community, to our road and rail network, and to the opportunity Barrie provides to enjoy life.
Everything Barrie has to offer, from the water we drink to the roads we travel on, has one thing in common - municipal workers. Joining a municipality is one of the most rewarding, engaging, and exciting careers you could choose. It is a career you can take pride in knowing that every day you make a positive impact on an entire community. We are one team, with one goal and we all work together to continue making our community great.
The City of Barrie is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices and we will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require Code-protected accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs.