Environmental Field Technician

ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD TECHNICIAN

Niagara Soils Solutions Ltd. is an environmental consulting firm serving private and public sector clients throughout the Hamilton and Niagara Region. We are looking for a hard-working, motivated, and responsible new team member to join our team of highly driven specialized professionals to work on environmental projects with varying complexity. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, self-starter with 3+ years of professional environmental consulting experience.

In addition to field related duties work will include data analysis, and report preparation relating to phase one and two environmental site assessments, soil & groundwater remediation, excess soil management, designated substances & hazardous materials surveys and record of site condition filings. It is expected the candidate will demonstrate strong technical writing and communication skills.

JOB SPECIFIC TASKS

• Assist with site inspections as part of Phase One Environmental Site Assessment projects.
• Provide support with respect to a range of activities [technical and non-technical] related to all environmental projects.
• Prepare and adhere to site-specific health and safety plans.
• Conduct fieldwork including sampling, drilling and contractor oversight.
• Develop and manage professional relationships with clients and field personnel.
• Complete field data collection activities and maintain excellent field notes.
• Assist with interpreting laboratory data.
• Prepare technical reports and ensure project documentation is correct and consistent with company policy & procedures and client expectations.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the environmental / engineering consulting industry.
• Strong knowledge of provincial legislation and regulations.
• Ability to ensure field activities comply with workplans and the ability to monitor several different types of activities simultaneously.
• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at once and meet tight timelines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of MS Word/Office required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and WinLog considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field or Diploma in environmental sciences, or related field.

Niagara Soils Solutions Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers employment applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any special needs requirements, please let us know. We will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Thorold, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person