PCC Lab Assistant Co-op Student at Municipality of Leamington

Career Opportunity – Internal/External Posting
Pollution Control Centre Laboratory Assistant/ General Labourer (Student) Infrastructure Services
Closing Date: Applications must be received by 11:59 PM, January 25, 2026.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Laboratory Technician and/or PCC Supervisor, the Pollution Control Centre Laboratory Assistant / General Labourer will be responsible for working in a lab environment and for completing grounds work

Key Responsibilities:

• Lab Assistant duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Lab analysis of wastewater samples.
  • Collection of water samples, including sampling at off-site locations for sewer by-law compliance.
  • Monitor septage haulers.
  • Data entry, filling out paperwork and shipping samples.
• General Labourer duties include but are not limited to the following:
  • Cutting grass, weed whipping, and maintaining landscaping.
  • Painting and duties to support staff.
• Comply with applicable provincial and municipal legislation, including the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and the Municipality’s Records and Information Management Program.
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable regulations, and the Municipality’s Health and Safety Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

• Must b e a full-time student enrolled in a post-secondary school, currently working towards a degree/diploma in Environmental Technology, Environmental Science, Chemistry and/or related field, and returning to school at the end of the summer employment term.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have good organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Must have problem-solving skills.
• Must be proficient in computer applications in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• General knowledge of the use of small engine equipment, such as lawn mowers and weed trimmers, is considered an asset.
• General chemistry knowledge, e.g. pipetting, titrating, and making of stock solutions. The use of a pH meter, mettle balance, and spectrophotometer is considered an asset.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class ‘G2’ or ‘G’ Driver’s Licence
• Laboratory experience would be an asset.
Upon hire and when requested, must obtain a satisfactory police clearance

Hours of Work and Working Conditions: 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Employee Group:

Student, Non-Union

Reason for Vacancy:

Existing position.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selected applicants will be subject to an interview process and skills testing to determine eligibility.
We are pleased to accommodate any individual needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 519-326-5761 ext. 1112 to make your needs known in advance.
Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, R.S.O. c45 and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about the collection of this information can be directed to the Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk, Municipality of Leamington, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 2Z9, Telephone: 519-326-5761