Hydrology Technician I

Job Purpose

The position of Hydrology Technician I in the Resource Monitoring & Data Collection Unit is responsible for carrying out field data collection of surface and groundwater under normal and extreme conditions, and to compute and prepare the data for publication on the Webmap Database, as well as the preparation of graphs, maps, and charts to show variations in ground and surface water quantity and quality for quality assurance testing and in support of the functions of the WRA’s mandate, namely, water resources assessment, allocation, protection, and conservation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carries out measurements of Stream Flow, “Point of Zero flow” (PZF) and Peak Stage and High Flow, Groundwater, Download data (Stage, Precipitation, Soil Moisture), Water Quality Sampling (Surface Water & Groundwater). 
• Carries out Drought monitoring, Flood Inundation Mapping, and Well Pump test.
• Conducts maintenance of Stream Gauge Stations, Groundwater Index Wells, Intensity Rain Gauge. Soil Moisture Equipment, Instruments, and Equipment - Streamflow Velocity Meters (Large Type AA and Pygmy), Groundwater Depth Probes. 
• Conducts, Computes & Checks Streamflow Measurement Notes, Stage Data (logger, recorder chart and gauge height cards), log Groundwater level Notes, and Collate and Format Stage, Discharge Groundwater levels, Precipitation, Soil Moisture. 
• Conducts Curve Development and Review, Trend Analysis, and Data Interpolation
• Invoicing for inventory 
• Completes and submit payments and claim vouchers. 
• Participates and assists with Public Awareness Campaigns such as Exhibitions, Workshops & Field Trips 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Critical Thinking 
• Data Analysis and Troubleshooting 
• Communication (Oral and Written) 
• Customer & Quality Focus 
• Teamwork & Collaboration 
• Initiative 
• Integrity 
• Social skills 
• Compliance 
• Adaptability 
• Attention to Detail 
• Good Time Management skills 
• Proficient Typing & Computer skills 
• Advance knowledge in usage of Microsoft Office Software; Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of ArcGIS 10.0 
• Physically fit and healthy 
• Ability to swim will be an asset 
• Knowledge electronic troubleshooting will be an asset 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Four (4) C.X.C. or equivalent (Grade 1 or 2), including Mathematics, English Language and Geography OR Hydrology Technician Certificate from an approved institution such as the Caribbean Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology 
• At least three (3) years’ experience carrying out the specialized work of water resources data collection. 

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

• Wading in surface water (rivers, streams and springs) 
• Hiking through hilly terrain and long distances 
• Traversing heavily forested and uneven terrain 
• Frequent field work in dusty conditions and exposure to the elements eg. (sunshine and rain). 
• Field work involving use of large weights on crane (50 to 250lbs) 
• Field work during extreme weather conditions.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.