CBA - Environmental Technician III

Parsons; Faro; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Canada is seeking an Environmental Technician III for the Faro Mine Remediation Project. The role entails fieldwork, environmental compliance monitoring, and data collection. Candidates should hold post-secondary education in Environmental Sciences or a related field and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. This is a rotational position, offering competitive pay and opportunities to work in a unique environment, with union representation and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Gym membership discounts

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or related fields.
• Remote mine site fieldwork experience preferred.
• Valid class 5 driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Execute core field tasks under supervision of Environmental Manager.
• Report outstanding observations/findings to Environmental Manager.
• Use equipment for monitoring tasks.

Skills

Communication

Data collection

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary education in Environmental Sciences or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ATVs and snowmobiles

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented CBA - Environmental Technician III to join our team! In this role you will support various aspects of environmental compliance monitoring and investigations at the Faro Mine Remediation Project (FMRP).

This role will report to Environmental Manager. This role is a rotational position (2 weeks on & 2 weeks off), 10 hours per day.

This is a unionized position represented by USW Local #925. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Union membership and dues will apply.

The hourly wage for this position is $30.04.

The FMRP, located in Faro, Yukon, is one of the largest and most complex abandoned mine remediation projects in Canada. Faro is located 4 hours northeast of Whitehorse, Yukon, and currently has a population of approximately 350 people. Furnished housing will be provided, you will be required to prepare your own meals during the shift on Site. Flights to Whitehorse, travel between Whitehorse and Faro, and daily transportation to and from the Mine Site to Faro will be provided.

What You'll Be Doing:

The Environmental Technician III will be primarily responsible for executing the core tasks in the field and completing paperwork associated with the field work. You are expected exercise sound judgment, and work long hours at a northern and remote site setting. Typical duties include:

• Execute the core field tasks under supervision of Environmental Manager, including discharge water sampling, geotechnical inspections and elevation surveys for water levels in ponds and pits;
• Be proficient in data collection, water quality monitoring, collecting samples, and geotechnical monitoring;
• Report any outstanding observations / findings from the field to Environmental Manager;
• Prepare fieldnotes, checklists, observation logs, and photo logs for review;
• Use appropriate equipment to complete various monitoring tasks;
• Follow internal QA/QC programs
• Perform other duties as assigned by Environmental Manager.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Post secondary education (degree or technologist diploma) in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Biology, Geotechnical Engineering, Forestry, Hydrogeology, or related fields. Candidates with considerable training and experience may be equally considered.
• Remote mine site field work experience preferred;
• Effective communication skill is a must, both verbally and written;
• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.);
• Self-motivated, and ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• A strong sense of Health and Safety, and attention to detail is required;
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg;
• Ability to comfortably work outdoors in various weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, extreme cold, etc. is a must;
• Valid class 5 driver's license; and
• Experience with operating equipment including ATV’s, snowmobile, and power boats is an asset.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions—and to help them see what's next!This position is a part of the Faro Mines project which is a unionized worksite and therefore governed by the Faro Union Collective Bargaining Agreement. Union membership and dues will apply. We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities. We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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