Operator-in-Training
Ontario First Nations Technical Services CorporationThunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Posted May 8, 2024
Full Time
About the Company
Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation (OFNTSC), founded in 1995, delivers specialized technical advisory services to Ontario First Nations, enabling communities to achieve technical self‑reliance. The organization focuses on engineering, infrastructure, environmental, and digital solutions tailored to Indigenous needs. OFNTSC distinguishes itself as Canada’s first Aboriginal‑led firm dedicated to professional technical support for First Nations, while also investing in youth STEM education through scholarships and corporate partnerships. By combining expert consulting with capacity‑building initiatives, OFNTSC empowers communities and cultivates the next generation of Indigenous technologists.
Job Description
The Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation (OFNTSC) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Operator in Training to join their team. The Operator in Training will assist the Water Treatment Plant Operator in the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of water and wastewater infrastructure.
Requirements
- Minimum of Grade 12 education or relevant post-secondary education in a technical or environmental field of knowledge
- A valid Ontario Driver's License
- Demonstrated ability to progress through the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MOECP) Operator licensing and certification in water distribution and water treatment
- Effective communication skills (oral and written)