Field Staff, Development & Engineering Services (WNV Larval Mosquito Monitoring)

at  Toronto and Region Conservation Authority TRCA

POSITION DETAILS:

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $23.54/hr, Max = $27.29/hr
Employment type: Full-Time Contract
Duration of employment: 20 weeks
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Earth Rangers
Division: Development & Engineering Services
Business unit: Watershed Planning & Ecosystem Science
Travel: 80%
Remote Work: None

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Minimum pursuing post-secondary diploma or degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field
• Valid Class G2 driver’s license

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Familiarity with aquatic invertebrates in the Greater Toronto Area or southern Ontario
• Familiarity with The Ontario Benthos Biomonitoring Network (OBBN) protocol
• The ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in a field environment
• Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct)
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
• Under the guidance of their supervisor, prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to resolve issues
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation

• Assists with planning and preparation for seasonal field activities.
• Carries out monitoring and data collection activities in support of TRCA’s West Nile Virus Mosquito Monitoring program.
• Participates in surveying, utilizing environmental monitoring instruments and equipment.
• Assists with fish and benthic invertebrates sampling, water quality data collection (e.g., collect water samples), sediment samples collection and other aquatic habitat data collection using standardized protocols.
• Participates in daily safety meetings, including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
• Assists with monitoring activities, including data entry and management, records management, data analysis, report writing, and other duties, as assigned.
• Assists with mosquito monitoring data QA/QC and entry/input.