Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority

2026 Summer Employment, Environmental Technician
One full-time, 4-month temporary contract position

Summary of Functions

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority invites applications for one Environmental Technician contract position. This position is being funded by Canada Summer Jobs. Applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 30 at the beginning of the employment period to be eligible for this position.

Qualifications

• Possess or working towards a post-secondary degree or diploma in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, natural resources management or a related field
• Knowledge and experience with hydrology and collection of hydrometric and meteorological data
• Knowledge and experience with streamflow measurement techniques and equipment
• Knowledge and experience with surface or ground water sampling and benthic invertebrate sampling and processing
• Experience in management of data and database systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, and organization skills
• Ability to undertake field work under varying terrain and weather conditions
• Knowledge of safety hazards related to working around water and roadways
• Valid ‘G’ Class Driver’s License
• Valid First Aid Certificate is considered an asset

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, inspection and maintenance of stream gauge stations and meteorological monitoring equipment
• Cleaning and calibration of precipitation gauges
• Obtaining streamflow measurements for the development of rating curves
• Completion of elevation surveys using a rod and optical level
• Assist with surface water sampling, ground water sampling and benthic invertebrate sampling
• Assist with sorting benthic invertebrate samples
• Quality assurance, control, and entry of hydrometric and water quality data
• Development, review, and update of plans and standard operating procedures
• Review and archive of historical flood records
• Support other activities within the Water Resources Department, as required
• Abide by all SVCA policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety and use all required PPE
• Other duties as assigned appropriate to the position

Work Environment and Conditions

The successful candidate must be prepared to work in an office environment as well as outdoors, around water. All successful applicants must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, in uneven terrain. Some heavy lifting may be required.

This position will require travel within the Saugeen watershed.

Location

SVCA’s Administrative Office, 1078 Bruce Road 12, Formosa, Ontario

Training

SVCA offers comprehensive health and safety training including on-the-job training, WHMIS, First Aid, and Health and Safety Training.

Wages & Benefits

• 5 hours per week, full-time, 4-month temporary contract
• $19 per hour
• Additional 4% in lieu of vacation pay
• Optional enrolment in OMERS pension plan

Start date

As soon as possible

Closing date for applications
April 27, 2026 at 12:59pm

Please submit your cover letter and resumé outlining how your experience meets the necessary qualifications by email to:

Human Resources, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
careers@svca.on.ca

Email is the preferred submission method. Submit your cover letter and resume as one .pdf document. Document file name and email subject line should be your name followed by _ETECH2026 (e.g. Jane.Smith_ETECH2026.pdf).

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SVCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), SVCA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability – related accommodations or more information about accommodation, please visit: www.saugeenconservation.ca/access or email accessibility@svca.on.ca

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).

Notice: Saugeen Conservation does not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants. This is a contract position for a new vacancy.

By Email: careers@svca.on.ca

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) proudly serves fifteen municipalities across five counties: Bruce, Grey, Huron, Wellington, and Dufferin, ensuring comprehensive and collaborative environmental management and conservation efforts throughout these regions. The Administration Office of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority is situated in the village of Formosa, Ontario, within the Municipality of South Bruce. We offer competitive public sector pay and the opportunity to make a difference in the communities we serve.