Watercraft Inspector

at  Government of Saskatchewan

Watercraft Inspector - ENV002558
Employment Type: Expression of Interest for SGEU Term less than 9 months
Location(s): SK-South East-Redvers
Ministry: 026 Environment
Salary Range: $22.295-$27.939 Hourly
Grade: SGEU.04.

WHAT SKILLS YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• Knowledge of aquatic invasive species biology, ecology, impacts, and spread.
• An understanding of different types of watercrafts and their systems gained through boating or other experience
• Confidence to educate watercraft owners about aquatic invasive species and inform provincial regulations.
• Great attention to detail to conduct thorough inspections and accurately complete legal paperwork.
• Ability to deal with conflict and difficult people and maintain composure in a high-pressure environment with professionalism.
• Capable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, wind, rain) for long hours.
• Flexibility to work a rotational schedule that will include many weekend shifts and a work environment that is primarily outdoors.
• A valid driver’s license.
  Term Length: April 28th, 2025 to September 1st, 2025 with the possibility for extension until October 18th, 2025.
  Criminal Record Check Requirement: The successful candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.
  Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in “diversity groups” below
  Diversity Groups: Aboriginal persons
  Hours of Work: B - SGEU Field 37.33 - work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks
  Number of Openings: 1
  Closing Date: Feb 19, 2025, 11:59:00 P

• Interviewing watercraft owners to determine the risk a conveyance or equipment poses.
• Thoroughly inspecting various types of boats and other watercraft, including water-related equipment, for the presence of aquatic invasive species.
• Educating watercraft owners about the threat of aquatic invasive species, methods of prevention, and how to comply with provincial regulations.
• As an appointed Fishery Officer, complete legal paperwork and communicate provincial regulations in a professional manner.
• Operating the watercraft decontamination unit which involves the ability to connect, tow, and backup a small trailer and control a hot water pressure washer system.