Environmental Field Technician

Northwest Employment Works; Ignace Township; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible work model (hybrid)

Job summary

Northwest Employment Works in Ignace Township is seeking two full-time Environmental Field Technicians for site characterization tasks relevant to a Deep Geologic Repository.

The ideal candidates will conduct groundwater monitoring, support sample preparations, and manage field data organization. The role operates on a rotation schedule with significant fieldwork aspects, demanding strong organizational and safety skills.

We offer competitive salaries, health care benefits, and opportunities for hybrid work, aiming to foster a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent with concentrated study in a related field.
• Preference for at least 1 year of experience in environmental fieldwork.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform quarterly groundwater monitoring activities.
• Support inventory tracking and organization of warehouse equipment.
• Be accountable for health, safety, and well-being of the team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong digital literacy

Work in a safety-sensitive environment

Experience operating ATVs and UTVs

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Environmental Field Technician – Site Characterization

Environmental Field Technician – Site Characterization, Full-Time 2 Year Fixed Term – Two (2) Positions Available

Position Location: Ignace, Ontario – 304 Main Street

Job Summary

Reporting to the Field Manager, we are currently seeking two Environmental Field Technicians to join our Site Characterization team based on-site in the Revell area, Ignace, ON, to support site characterization field activities relevant to a Deep Geologic Repository (DGR).

Working in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and regulation, the Field Technician will be responsible for performing the duties listed below.

Responsibilities

• Perform quarterly groundwater monitoring activities (including sample collection, water level measurements, and downloading data loggers) in accordance with established procedures, instructions, work plans, and work orders.
• Support shallow groundwater sampling preparation by coordinating sample bottle requests, sample bottle prep and shipment, assisting with field equipment setup and maintenance, performing field equipment calibration and checks, and reviewing work plans and work orders.
• Plan, generate, review and distribute correspondence, reports, lists, spreadsheets, and tables, including compiling and organizing field data.
• Support inventory tracking and organization of warehouse field equipment, tools, and safety equipment.
• Support preparation of reports and deliverables.
• Provide a broad range of administrative support functions to support operational and project needs.
• Be accountable for the health, safety and well-being of self and others, in accordance with technical/operating procedures and standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• This position requires oversight of a 24/7 work program including borehole drilling and testing operations. The successful candidates will work in a rotation schedule (two weeks on, two weeks off).
• Frequent field work year-round. Field work can be physically demanding, including heavy lifting, adverse weather conditions, rough terrain, and occasional long days.
• This position operates under an overtime averaging agreement. The standard work schedule is 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• In addition, once per quarter, to support the Environmental Baseline Monitoring Program the employee will be required to work extended hours over a 14-day period. Following this rotation, the employee will receive 14 consecutive days off.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Qualifications: Grade 12 or equivalent, with concentrated study in a related field such as environmental science, environmental technology, geoscience, or a related field of study with equivalent work experience considered an asset.
• Preference for at least 1 year of experience performing environmental fieldwork or technician work.
• Strong digital literacy and comfort working with databases and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to identify inconsistencies and quality issues.
• Ability to follow procedures and work in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Experience operating ATVs and UTVs is considered an asset (training will be provided).
• Must be eligible to work in Canada and must be able to meet security clearance requirements.
• Must have a Class G driver's license or equivalent.

Other Information

Must be eligible to work in Canada and must be able to meet security clearance requirements.

NWMO currently operates in a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office (Tuesdays are universal) and 2 days working from home.

We offer a competitive base salary, health care benefits and a defined benefit pension plan.

The NWMO is committed to contributing to Reconciliation in all its work by co-creating a shared future built on rights, equity and well-being. As an employment equity employer, NWMO actively seeks Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, and additional diverse identities for our workforce. The NWMO will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact us.

We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience to ensure full consideration.