Water Supply & Distribution Co-op Student

Position: Water Supply & Distribution Co-op Student (8 Months)

Water Supply & Distribution Co-op Student (8 Months)

Co-op Student - Multiple Vacancies

Barrie, Ontario

Apply Now Posting Number: COOP-26-04
Job Type: Co-op,
Temporary-Full-time, up to 8 Months, Union
Salary Range: $22.05 per hour
Posted:
Monday, January 5, 2026
Final date to receive applications:

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00 pm
The Opportunity The Infrastructure Department is comprised of five Branches, including three Design and Construction Branches, the Wastewater Operations Branch, and the Water Operations Branch. Key responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of the City’s environmental infrastructure and systems including water supply, treatment, and distribution; wastewater collection and treatment; and the design and construction of the City's infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, roads, sewers, watermains, sidewalks, stormwater management ponds, water towers and reservoirs, etc.

The City of Barrie is fortunate to have access to two sources of drinking water: groundwater from an aquifer and surface water from Kempenfelt Bay. The City of Barrie is looking for students to work in the Drinking Water System to support the Water Supply and Water Customer Service sections. The successful applicant to this position will perform and/or assist with the operation and maintenance of the City of Barrie’s Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Supply, and Water Distribution sub-systems - which may include:

Assist with sampling, testing, or monitoring

Assist with hydrant flushing, which may include loops, dead ends, transmission main and system flushing

Assist with monitoring and maintenance associated with remote flush-boxes

Assist with the inspection, maintenance and cleaning of our water facilities including the Surface Water Treatment Plant, Low-lift Pumping Station, Wells, Reservoirs and Booster Pumping Stations

Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job
Corporate Culture: Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community. Equally important to what we do is how we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed.

Education (degree/diploma/certifications)

Currently enrolled in a recognized College or University Co-op program, preferably in Environmental Technology / Technician, and returning to full-time studies

Must hold valid Operator-in-Training Certificates from the Ministry of the Enviroment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) in Water Distribution & Supply and Water Treatment

* Minimum of 16 years of age or turning 16 by the end of the calendar year and must have attended one of the academic establishments listed above the year in which they are applying for employment and/or returning the following year Knowledge/Skill/Ability

Ability to work in a high paced and dynamic environment

Dependable, reliable and able to work well with minimal supervision

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Basic computer literacy utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Conditions of Employment

Must hold valid Operator-in-Training Certificates from the Ministry of the Enviroment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) in Water Distribution & Supply and Water Treatment

Valid Ontario Class “G” Drivers Licence in good standing

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check*

* Please note that this is a requirement of the position for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with the Police Record Check Policy
. Existing employees who have met this criteria will be exempt from this requirement.