Assistant Well Technician

A subsidiary of R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited, Well Initiatives Limited, is a leader in the water services industry. The company is a full-service water well contractor specializing in providing services for the consulting, exploration, development, and protection of groundwater resources. Due to recent growth, Well Initiatives Limited has an opening for an Assistant Well Technician .

Well Initiatives Limited is currently seeking a dynamic individual with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment based out of our Elora office and in the field.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following :

• Work outside in all conditions with some office/shop work;
• Able to lift 50 lbs.;
• Aquifer pumping tests;
• Assist with pump installations;
• Data logger installations;
• Data collection and organization;
• Participate in Health & Safety programs; and
• Other duties as assigned.
• Water well or environmental consulting experience;
• Familiar with Water Well Act Regulation 903;
• Well Technician License would be considered an asset;
• Knowledge and aptitude of electrical, mechanical, or plumbing would be considered an asset;
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, hydraulics, well drilling systems, and pumping equipment would be considered an asset;
• Strong time management and organizational skills;
• Knowledge of computers is considered an asset;
• A valid class G Ontario driver’s license (willingness to obtain DZ license, will train);
• Flexibility to work overtime when required;
• Ability to work: 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday) with mínimal weekend or overnight work .
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment;
• Demonstrated ability to promote an inclusive work environment and encourage workforce diversity;
• A high level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning;
• Commitment to customer service with a strong sense of urgency;
• First Aid, WHMIS (will train).

Why Choose Well Initiatives Limited?

Well Initiatives staff have over 40 years of experience drilling in Canada and a record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients The Well Initiatives team works together to provide value and service to our clients while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset, and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance .

We offer:

• A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty, and respect are part of our core values and practices
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• RSP company matching plan
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Potential for performance-driven profit sharing
• Recruiting bonus/finder’s fee for referrals
• Wellbeing benefit
• Active social committees
• Continuing education
• Field gear allowance
• Company phone/laptop
• Possible moving allowance
• A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment

Company Profile - More about us : Well Initiatives Limited was established in 2002 to service the groundwater industry in Ontario. We own and operate specialized drill rigs, cranes, downhole video cameras, and support equipment that is required to construct and maintain water supply wells for individual homes and high-capacity municipal, commercial and agricultural wells. We also complete diagnostics and maintenance of existing wells that require regular maintenance.

We take pride in our people and our culture, and the company has a strong reputation as being a great place to work.