Watershed Monitoring Technician

RVCA is one of 36 conservation authorities in Ontario responsible for furthering the "conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in the watershed" under the Conservation Authorities Act. We are dedicated to protecting people and property from natural hazards like flooding and erosion, while conserving the wetlands, forests and natural areas that reduce their impacts.

April 27 to August 28, 2026

Work schedule is 35 hours a week, Monday through Friday

Hourly rate of $18.10

There is no public transportation to the worksite; candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation prior to applying.

This posting represents six existing seasonal job vacancies.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the collection of field data related to watershed health.
• Using established protocols for data collection related to groundwater, surface water, geomorphology, water quality (benthics and chemistry), invasive species, and fish community.
  • Field work can involve walking on uneven ground, working in adverse weather conditions, lifting equipment (up to 50lbs).
• Following training, the use, calibration and maintenance of monitoring equipment such as an electrofisher, survey instruments, multi-parameter water quality probe, or flow meters.
• Data entry, analysis and/or presentations.
• Upholding a positive image of RVCA within the community.
• Please note:
  • Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Field work and travel in remote areas of the watershed may result in longer days.
  • Evening and weekend work will be required.

As the preferred candidate you:

• Are a post-secondary student or recent graduate majoring in biology, ecology, fish and wildlife, environmental studies or other related program.
• Have experience operating and trailering boats and hold a pleasure craft operators card.
• Don’t mind working in adverse weather conditions like heat and rain and you are comfortable working in, on and around water.
• Have a flexible schedule and can work overtime as needed during the field season.
• Hold a Class G2 or higher driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

• Full time hours (35 hours per week) from the end of April to the end of August.
• Hourly rate of $18.10.
• Option to join the OMERS pension plan.
• Free onsite parking.

If you are enthusiastic about conservation and think you would be a good fit for this position, please send your resume and cover letter by email no later than 4:00pm February 13, 2026 to:

Please write your name and the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for RVCA job applicants and employees. If you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process, please contact us at  and we will work with you to meet your request. The RVCA welcomes all applications; however, we will contact only those candidates selected for consideration.

Type
:
Summer Position, Full Time (35 hours per week)

Hourly Rate
: $18.10

Manotick, ON

Closing Date
:
February 13, 2026