Ambient Field Technician

Onterris; Point Edward; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Onterris in Ontario is seeking an Ambient Field Technician to perform inspections across oil and gas facilities. You will assemble and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment, collect emission data, and prepare field reports.

This role requires a diploma or degree, proficiency with Excel/Microsoft Office and Android, and willingness to travel up to 50% including cross-border travel to the US; weekend and overtime work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma or degree from an accredited institution.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office; Android OS experience.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Valid drivers license with a clean abstract.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and navigating to facilities using maps and GPS.
• Assemble, operate, and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment.
• Use detection and measurement technologies under supervision of Team Lead.
• Provide excellent customer service to all clients.
• Collect and record emission data.
• Prepare field reports as required.
• Some shifts may require working alone.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Android OS

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Valid drivers license

Travel up to 50%

Education

Diploma or degree from accredited institution

Tools

Ambient air testing equipment

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real‑world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement— a movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an Ambient Field Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing inspections on various types of facilities in the Oil and Gas Industry and assist in preparation, deployment, testing/sampling of air monitoring activities. The compensation range for this role is $25‑30 CAD/hr, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in coordinating and navigating to various facilities with maps and GPS
• Independently and effectively assembling, operating, and troubleshooting ambient air testing equipment
• Using various detection and measurement technologies under the supervision of the Team Lead
• Providing excellent customer service to all clients
• Collecting and recording emission data
• Preparing field reports as required
• Some shifts will require working alone

Your Expertise And Skills

• MUST have a diploma or degree from an accredited high school or university
• Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office are essential) and proficiency with Android OS
• While performing the duties of this job, this position may require the individual to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract
• Ability to travel up to fifty percent of the time

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and/or stand while handling/carrying various technical equipment for extended periods of time
• Comfortable occasionally working at heights in a safe manner
• Must have the ability to lift up to 20‑30 pounds using company‑provided equipment
• Comfortable working outside in all‑weather elements
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Sometimes this position will require you to work alone
• Ability/willingness to travel across all provinces as well as the US

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.