Waste Management Project Coordination Intern (12 months) - Jobs in Niagara, ON

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DivisionWaste ManagementImportant Notices & AmendmentsThe Waste Management Project Coordination Intern will be required to work both in person at the work site as well as remotely.Temporary DurationApproximate Duration: January-December 2022About UsServing a diverse urban and rural population of more than 430,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Niagara Region has a full-time, paid Waste Management (WM) Project Coordination Intern (recent graduate) position available from January to December with the WM division of the Public Works Department. This is an excellent learning opportunity for a recent graduate or current student enrolled in an Engineering, Construction, Environmental Geoscience or related field of study, who is available to work from January to December next year.The WM Project Coordination Intern will perform a variety of tasks, including:Assist with work and coordination related to construction contracts, such as requests for proposal, tendering, contract administration and gathering related informationAssist with asset management work, condition assessments, compiling data, etc. and updating WMs Asset Management DatabaseWorking with engineering drawings, site plans and other technical documentsAssist with applicable AutoCAD and ArcGIS workMaintain and organize records, as well as, research and pull historical information for inclusion in purchasing documentsAssist Project Manager in managing the WM Capital Budget processAssist other WM Staff on an as needed basisEDUCATION

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalency (i.e., GED), plus
• Must have graduated within the last 12 months (or will graduate prior to the posting) from a post-secondary Engineering, Construction or Environmental or related program

KNOWLEDGEConstruction knowledge/experienceKnowledge of WM is an assetProject Management knowledge/experience would be beneficialKnowledge of environmental regulations and in particular how they apply to WMGeneral knowledge of purchasing procedures would be an assetSKILLSSelf-motivating with the ability to work with limited supervision if neededAbility to work in a team settingExcellent written and verbal communications skillsStrong organizational, coordination and research skillsComputer proficiency in Word, Excel and other Microsoft programs is a mustExperience with AutoCAD and ArcGIS would be an assetFamiliarity with blueprints, site plans and other technical drawings is an assetSPECIAL REQUIREMENTSInterns - Must have graduated within the last 12 months (or will graduate prior to starting) and be able to provide proof of graduation from post-secondary programStudents - Must provide proof of enrollmentDriver’s license required - a G-class and access to reliable vehicle is preferred; a Driver’s Abstract may be requiredMust provide own CSA-approved safety footwearMust be able to start full-time work in January 2022, and be available to continue working full time up to December 2022There is a possibility for an extension to the contract subject to approval of CouncilShift InformationCurrently Scheduled 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to FridayClosing StatementUncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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