Ontario College Diploma in Environmental Technician - Water and Wastewater Systems Operations in Sarnia Canada | Lambton College

Explore one of the province's most sought-after careers by mastering the operation, maintenance, testing, and repair of drinking water treatment, supply, and distribution systems, along with wastewater treatment collection systems to meet regulatory standards.
Environmental Technicians focusing on water and wastewater treatment are highly sought after across Ontario in diverse sectors such as mining, oil and gas, public service, and private industry. The Environmental Technician - Water & Wastewater Systems Operations College diploma provides a quick pathway to becoming a licensed operator in both drinking water and wastewater treatment.

Participants in this program will receive training at Lambton College's cutting-edge Centre of Excellence in Energy & Bio-Industrial Technologies. This facility boasts advanced technology labs and infrastructure designed to enhance learning and research in next-generation technologies through industry partnerships.

Featuring an innovative condensed format, the program enables students to complete their studies sooner—in just two years instead of three—by integrating theoretical knowledge with hands-on systems operator training, complemented by three co-op work terms.

Throughout their education, students will gain hands-on experience with modern industry equipment and pilot-scale systems. They will develop both the theoretical understanding and practical abilities needed to excel in managing and maintaining water and wastewater systems while ensuring compliance.