Simaranjit Kaur

Environmental Science graduate and Environmental Field and Laboratory Technician with experience supporting municipal environmental monitoring, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, soil and water sampling, laboratory analysis, GIS, and technical reporting. Experienced working with the City of Toronto, Ontario Power Generation, and Niagara College, with a strong understanding of environmental regulations, hydrogeology, QA/QC procedures, chain-of-custody protocols, and field safety practices. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, communicate technical findings, and support environmental investigations, remediation projects, and regulatory compliance.

Water Pollution Sampler - City of Toronto | Toronto Water - Toronto, ON

(2026-04)

• Conduct environmental sampling of stormwater and wastewater systems in accordance with Toronto Water Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform routine field inspections and surveys to support environmental compliance and municipal monitoring programs.
• Collect, preserve, document, and transport water and wastewater samples using chain-of-custody procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation to ensure accurate environmental data collection.
• Maintain detailed records and manage work activities using the City Work Management System (iPACs).
• Coordinate laboratory submissions, sample tracking, and documentation to support regulatory reporting.

Laboratory Technician - Niagara College - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

(2024-11)

• Prepared and organized equipment and solutions for laboratory experiments, ensuring proper handling of chemicals.
• Performed quality assurance assessments through standard tests and verified results for accuracy and precision within laboratory expectations (QA/QC).
• Diagnosed and resolved laboratory issues such as equipment malfunctions, contamination, and calibration discrepancies to minimize downtime and maintain accuracy of data.
• Conducted routine maintenance of equipment, including cleaning, calibrating, and verifying for optimal performance and data integrity.
• Managed chemical inventory and safely handled chemicals according to WHMIS and lab standards to support ongoing research and academic projects.

GIS Student - Ontario Power Generation - St. Catharines, ON

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Performed data entry, quality assurance, and integration of geospatial information to improve accuracy and consistency across OPG's mapping systems.
• Designed and produced professional map layouts and symbology in ArcGIS Pro to support infrastructure management.
• Supported the Environmental and Emergency Management teams by creating and updating GIS maps for Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs).
• Conducted research and downloaded open-source geospatial datasets to support mapping, loss of life models, and monitoring initiatives.
• Strengthened critical thinking and problem-solving skills through spatial data analysis and interpretation.

Preventative Maintenance Field Technician - Service Plus Aquatics - Mississauga, ON

(2021-04 - 2024-08)

• Performed chemical tests on pool water; pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness and sanitizer level, and balanced them accordingly.
• Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
• Completed, organized and documented all paper and electronic documents through the system to inform clients of maintenance completed.
• Trained new field technicians in safe handling of chemicals and mechanical protocols.
• Maintained meticulous documentation, ensuring all data was recorded accurately for client records and provincial regulations.

Research Assistant - Wilfrid Laurier University - Fort Simpson, NWT

(2023-05 - 2023-09)

• Collected frost table, soil moisture, and water samples at the Scotty Creek Research Station for lab analysis and technical reporting.
• Monitored landslides activity along the Mackenzie and Liard Rivers through routine field surveys for the town of Fort Simpson.
• Regularly downloaded data from MET stations, ensuring accuracy and integrity of lab data.
• Indigenous community engagement, spoke to locals, and had traditional knowledge input with scientific data.
• Collaborated with faculty and community to discuss research progress, address challenges, and develop innovative solutions to improve research quality.
• Presented research findings at meetings and seminars to share and discuss knowledge.
• Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data by using statistical software (Excel) and GIS applications to identify patterns and draw conclusions from the collected data.

Environmental Technician (Co-op) Diploma - Environmental Science - Niagara College (2024-09 - 2026-04)

Bachelors - Environmental Science - Wilfrid Laurier University (2021-09 - 2024-04)