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Co-Op Student - Storm Drainage Assistant (SWM Facilities)

Req ID: 27475
Vacancy Type: Temporary 
Number of Positions: 2  
Closing Date: 01/16/2026

 

To be considered for this competition you must be enrolled in a registered co-op program at a Canadian post-secondary institution, and eligible for a Work Term during the specified period. Students must upload proof of enrolment in a co-op program when completing your application.

Job Summary

This is a great opportunity to evaluate the condition of the City’s stormwater management facilities and assist in the planning of maintenance and capital improvement works.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Storm Drainage Coordinator, the successful candidate will:

  • Inspect the condition of stormwater management facilities (e.g. storm ponds, bioretention/ LIDs, etc.)
  • Prepare field assessment reports and investigate stormwater / drainage inquiries
  • Other duties may include assisting in the preparation of the 10-year Capital Budget, mapping, and verifying data for asset management purposes.
  • It is expected that at least 50% of the time will be spent in the field. 

Skills and Qualifications

  • Must be enrolled in a Civil / Water Resources / Environmental / Engineering, Physical Geography or Earth / Environmental Science program preferably at the intermediate or senior level
  • Must have an Ontario G-Class Driver’s Licence (G2 or higher) and a clean driving record
  • Familiar with Windows, including MS Word and Excel
  • Experience with MS Access, Microstation or AutoCad and ESRI/GIS software would be an asset
  • An understanding of hydrology, water quality, soils and urbanization as it relates to stormwater infrastructure would be preferable
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills
  • Fieldwork experience would be an asset

Hourly Rate/Salary: 19.80 - 23.53
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre - 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga   
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Infrast Planning & Eng Serv Div , Environmental Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union



We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

 

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