Student Vector-Borne Disease

Student Vector-Borne Disease

Health Services Health Protection

Status: (8) Contract Full Time positions - Contract Duration: (May 21^st to September 4^th 2026)

Salary Range: $19.51 per hour

Work mode: On-Site *see below for more details about this work mode

Location: 2 Copper Road Brampton

Hours of work:35 Hours per week (8:30AM-4:30PM)

Overview:

Peel Region the area just west of Toronto that includes Mississauga Brampton and Caledon is a dynamic blend of rural/urban cultures industries and communities. We are one of Ontarios fastest growing municipalities delivering a wide range of municipal services to over 1.5 million residents and a thriving business community and a leader among Ontario municipalities in efficient effective service delivery - the first government in Canada to achieve the National Quality Institutes prestigious Canada Awards for Excellence.

If you are a forward-thinking individual having enrolled in a Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors -approved Environmental Health program striving for excellence and seeking new challenges with an award-winning and progressive organization that values a supportive and respectful environment teamwork effective communication integrity and quality service consider this attractive temporary opportunity within our Health Protection Division.

What you will do in this role:

Reporting to a Supervisor Health Protection you will:

• Identify map and collect data on potential mosquito breeding sites throughout Peel Region using a global positioning system (GPS) mobile application
• Play a key role in the mosquito larvae reduction program through breeding site sampling and managing larvicide treatment referrals
• Assess and record site characteristics of storm water management facilities to inform mosquito larvae surveillance effort throughout the season
• Support larvae and adult mosquito species identification
• Lead adult mosquito traps setup at specified locations and process collected samples for adult mosquito population monitoring
• Support investigations of standing water complaints and potential mosquito breeding sites on public lands
• Monitor tick populations by conducting tick drags and process collected samples for identification and testing
• Perform other duties as assigned

What the role requires:

• A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted)
• 1st 2nd or 3rd year enrollment in a 4 Year Bachelor of Public Health degree program OR 1st year enrollment in a 2 Year Bachelor of Public Health degree program
• A valid Ontario drivers license (Class G or G2) proof of Ontario vehicle insurance
• Access to a reliable vehicle

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to interact with the diverse population within Peel
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong planning and organizational skills to complete surveillance activities within a specified time frame
• Willingness to work some evenings and/or the occasional weekend

Work Mode & Job Location: On-site at 2 Copper Road Brampton

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed in person at 7120 Hurontario Street Mississauga. Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

Ifthis opportunity matches your qualifications and experience please apply on-line.

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200000 businesses.

Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.

Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact

Please be advised Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicants responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings interview dates) it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.