Aquatic Resources Technician
(2 Summer Positions)
This is a summer position in Hamilton Conservation Authority’s (HCA) Watershed Management Services Department. Responsibilities include assistance with implementation of fish and benthic invertebrate sampling, data collection, and water quality monitoring throughout streams in the HCA watershed as part of the HCA Aquatic Resources Monitoring Program. This position will also assist with reporting and data management. This position reports to the HCA Aquatic Ecologist.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct fisheries and benthic invertebrate assessments throughout the HCA watershed
- Assist with Aquatic Resources Monitoring Program
- Assist in the evaluation of fish habitat in aquatic systems
- Assist in fish habitat rehabilitation projects
- Assist with benthic invertebrate field collection and lab identification
- Assist with removal of invasive species
- Maintain field equipment
- Accurate record keeping of data
- Data entry
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or graduated from University or College with focus in Biology, Ecology, and/or Environmental Science-related studies
- Received electrofishing backpack certification
- Received OBBN certification
- Fish and benthic invertebrate identification experience
- Knowledge of local/watershed environmental conditions is an asset
- Ability to work in inclement conditions (bugs, heat, rain), and field work experience is an asset
- Able to work as a team member
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Valid Ontario driver’s license and current first aid/CPR certification
- Transportation to HCA office
Please note that this summer position is in part to be funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program (CSJ). To be eligible, applicants must: be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment; be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
Working Conditions
The Aquatic Resources Technician (Summer Position) will be based at the Hamilton Conservation Authority’s main office, 838 Mineral Springs Road, Ancaster, Ontario; however, the majority of time will be spent in the field on HCA-owned lands and other properties. Working hours will total 37.5 per week, Monday through Friday inclusive, with the additional occasional requirement of evening and/or work on weekends.
The successful candidate must meet the Province of Ontario’s definition of COVID-19 “fully vaccinated” or provide proof of a Human Rights Code exemption prior to commencement of their employment in accordance with HCA’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
Work Term and Rate of Pay
This is a 16-week casual position with an anticipated starting date of Monday, May 8, 2023 and an anticipated completion date of Friday August 25, 2023. The rate of pay level is $17.00 per hour.
Please note; the hiring of this position will be subject to funding approval through the Canada Summer Jobs Program
Application Process
Interested applicants are to send their cover letter and resume in PDF or MS Word format via email by 4pm March 31, 2023 to: jobs@conservationhamilton.ca (Please include job title in email subject line)
Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to inform Human Resources for any disability required accommodations in advance.
