Safety labourer

This posting is for multiple temporary summer student positions.

Are you in the Water and Wastewater Technician program with NAIT and are looking to gain hands on experience Come join the Utilities department with Strathcona County this summer as a Water and Wastewater Labourer!
Strathcona County is a dynamic and successful community located in Albertas Capital Region. Water and Wastewater owns and operates water wastewater and storm water systems within Sherwood Park and nine hamlets within the county. The Water and Wastewater Labourer supports the operational needs of the Utilities department and will be assigned to the Collection and Distribution Branch.

Provide flusher-vacuum truck assistance and provide assistance in sewer back-up response
Perform the removal repair and replacement of water meters
Perform closed-circuit television inspections
May also be required to perform grass cutting painting lift station cleaning facility cleaning confine space entry support support during repairs and maintenance support during system inspections

Completion of Grade 12 Diploma and Water and Wastewater Technician program (completed or in progress) or equivalent
Related field experience would be considered an asset
Must be able to work alone or independently without regular supervision in safety sensitive environments
Must be capable of operating ½ ton and 1-ton trucks and vans; Must be comfortable working in outdoor environments for extended periods of time as well as working in and with sanitary systems
Is required to display the mechanical aptitude and the physical capabilities to work with pumps motors valves small engine equipment and other water and sanitary system equipment as well as comfortable working with hand and power tools safely
Should possess basic computer skills and mobile device literacy
Must be comfortable working within confined and restricted spaces in both water and wastewater environments. Must be willing and able to work overtime and undertake various shifts as required

Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers licence and submission of a 5-year Drivers Abstract with less than 7 demerits
Our vision is to become Canadas most livable community where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity respect safety fairness and cooperation.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes:
Extended health and dental coverage
Health and wellness spending account
Life and disability insurance
Retirement and pension programs
Employee and family assistance program
Commitment to employee development through internal and external training and development opportunities
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive respectful and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve.