Water Coordinator Intern (West Division Lethbridge/Broxburn area)
We are growing and seeking self-motivated individuals to join our team as a seasonal full time Water Coordinator Intern in our West Division (Lethbridge/Broxburn area)
Do you enjoy the outdoors and are seeking a challenging position in which you can grow and learn?
Do you enjoy the thrill of the challenge of helping irrigators and growing our economy?
The Water Coordinator is that person you see, operating the canals and pipelines that are used to deliver water to irrigators and others in our SMRID system.
We have 1 position available:
West Division (Lethbridge/Broxburn area) reporting to our Broxburn shop.
Residency in or near Lethbridge is a requirement.
Responsibilities and Duties
This full-time seasonal position will be an internship with a predetermined training program. The successful
candidate will assist a Senior Water Coordinator in the operation of the SMRID District canals / buried pipeline
systems for the delivery water for irrigation and other uses.
Duties include:
- Taking water orders, record keeping, and system maintenance within a specific unit of the Irrigation
District. - On-call status during the months of April to October is required as is working outdoors in all weather
conditions and working extended hours in emergency conditions such as during adverse weather. - Pay will reflect work experience and education.
- Off Water season work includes maintenance and pipeline construction.
Qualifications and Skills
- Computer skills are a definite asset, as well as good interpersonal skills since this position requires
considerable liaison with the water users. - Mechanical skills and electrical awareness (Automation and SCADA)
- Excellent trouble shooting ability.
- Valid and Clean Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Ability to withstand adverse weather conditions as this position will be outdoors.
- A background in the trades, construction or agriculture is an asset.
Benefits:
The successful applicant will enjoy a 100% Employer paid Health and Dental program through Canada Life
upon the completion of a full 3 month waiting period.
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
This posting will remain open until May 9, 2025.
Send resumes to hr@smrid.com and Smarose@smrid.com
All candidates are thanked in advance for their interest, only those who are interviewed will be contacted.
As a progressive organization, SMRID is committed to our Vision, Mission and Values, Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion.