Entry-Level Data Technician

ERIS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental data firm in Toronto is looking for a Data Technician to assist in data collection and analysis. This entry-level hybrid position involves maintaining data quality and working on various data-related tasks. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong analytical skills and be proficient with data formats and tools. The role promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers competitive benefits including salary and health coverage.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Extended health benefits

Pension plan

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Experience using strategies to assess and compare data.
• Ability to compile data in various formats.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Request and download environmental information.
• Conduct data pipeline tasks and preliminary analysis.
• Maintain relationships with external data providers.

Skills

Data assessment strategies

Data compilation and manipulation

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

SQL skills

Python knowledge

Tools

Excel

Access

Oracle

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Overview

One growing team. One single-minded goal.

To innovate intuitive, responsive products to make environmental professionals' work lives easier.

ERIS has been providing critical risk and historical information on properties in Canada since 1999. In late 2013, ERIS launched in the United States, as the first and only company to provide environmental risk information for both countries. ERIS delivers accurate, comprehensive, and innovative on-demand database research services quickly and with a service-first attitude.

Position Overview

ERIS has an immediate opportunity for a Data Technician position. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to the collection and updating of ERIS’ data assets: researching and obtaining data, as well as completing other data-pipeline and data tasks as required, including preliminary analysis of collected data and quality assurance projects. This is an entry level full-time hybrid position at our Toronto office, working 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities and Daily Tasks

• Requesting and downloading of environmental and property-related information from government agencies, including requests by email, FOIA; using tools for exporting and automated downloading
• Data pipeline tasks including data collection, preliminary analysis and assessment of collected data, analysis of moved records, expanding responsibilities with experience
• Creating and maintaining strong relationships with external data providers ranging from Freedom of Information offices, private sources, and key departmental contacts throughout the provinces, states, and federal governments
• Researching and prospecting for new data and information that can be implemented in our reports
• Supporting Data Analysts with database analysis, in Excel, Access, Oracle and ArcGIS Pro, and file preparation for data processing
• Assisting with other data-related tasks as required, including address cleaning and data cleaning

Required Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience using a variety of strategies and tools to assess and compare data
• Experience compiling and manipulating data in different formats, e.g., .csv, .txt., .xlsx, .gdb, .shp, .xml
• Excellent oral / written and interpersonal communication skills; poise and enthusiasm / confidence to contact stakeholders outside of the organization
• Diplomacy and professionalism in communication; precise and concise communication
• Demonstrates sound judgement and professionalism in interactions with others
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Quick and enthusiastic learner
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Intermediate SQL skills and knowledge of relational databases considered an asset
• Working knowledge of or interest in learning geography and spatial concepts would be considered assets
• Knowledge of python, Ruby, and / or VBA scripting for Microsoft Office would be considered assets
• Experience scraping data from the web would be considered an asset.

What We Offer

• A culture based on caring, ownership, accountability, and integrity. Our teams are agile, collaborative, innovative, and continually strive for excellence.
• We encourage a healthy work-life balance in a fast-paced expanding company.
• We treat others with respect and fairness and strive for clear and open communication at all levels.
• We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workplace that others envy.
• We offer a competitive salary, extended health benefits, pension, and flexible workplaces and schedules.

If you are excited about this opportunity and feel it aligns with your strengths, interests and aspirations, we encourage you to submit your thoughtful cover letter and resume.

While ERIS is a progressive, AI-forward company, we value and appreciate authentic writing that reflects your personal style.

ERIS is committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. We are an equal opportunity employer; we welcome all applications to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our team and communities. Should you need accommodation at any point in the process, please contact us at : .

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls please.