Environmental Field Technician – Contamination & Remediation

Socket.dev; Peterborough; Hybrid; CAD 3,444,000 - 4,684,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Peterborough, ON is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join the Contamination, Assessment and Remediation (CAR) team on brownfield redevelopment projects and site assessments.

You will travel primarily within southern and eastern Ontario, with up to 80% fieldwork and 20% office tasks, collaborating with chemists, laboratory vendors, and field crews.

The role emphasizes data collection, reporting under supervision, safety, and vehicle requirements, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Recent College Diploma in an Earth Science, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Technology/Technician program or other relevant field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% fieldwork with 20% office work.
• Valid First Aid/AED training is a plus.
• Owns a reliable vehicle and holds a valid G‑Class licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field work including environmental monitoring (soil, groundwater, surface water).
• Coordinate field programs with chemists, labs, and field equipment managers.
• Record field notes using digital data collection tools.
• Assist with data compilation, analysis, and reporting under supervision.
• Communicate with vendors and contractors in the field.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Safety minded

Education

Earth Science / Environmental / Civil Engineering Tech diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

GHD in Peterborough, ON is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join the Contamination, Assessment and Remediation (CAR) team on brownfield redevelopment projects and site assessments.

You will travel primarily within southern and eastern Ontario, with up to 80% fieldwork and 20% office tasks, collaborating with chemists, laboratory vendors, and field crews.

The role emphasizes data collection, reporting under supervision, safety, and vehicle requirements, with opportunities for growth.