Environmental Field Technicians

Stantec

Fort McMurray

On-site

CAD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

12 days ago

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is building its Environmental Services team in Alberta to support a major fly-in/fly-out oil sands project in Fort McMurray and Calgary. The role focuses on field investigations, data collection, and reporting within a multidisciplinary team across a high-stakes environment.

Looking for Junior to Intermediate professionals with a background in environmental science and strong safety practices. Travel from Calgary, Edmonton, or Fort McMurray is required; housing and camp logistics are

Qualifications

Technical diploma or degree in environmental science, site assessment, geotechnical engineering technology, or a related field.
Demonstrated commitment to a strong safety culture, following all Health and Safety policies.
Experience supporting environmental and geotechnical field programs (drilling, soil sampling, test pitting, site monitoring).

Responsibilities

Support field investigations and monitoring as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Contribute to safe, high-quality project delivery on a major oil sands project.
Manage and document field data accurately and efficiently.
Collaborate with engineers, contractors and clients in camp environments.

Skills

Field data collection

Communication skills

Driver's license (Alberta)

Safety culture

Education

Technical diploma or degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Are you looking to join a dynamic and growing team in 2026? If you’re curious, a strong communicator, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is an opportunity to build your experience in environmental consulting while working in northern Alberta.

Our Environmental Services group is building a talent pool of Environmental Field Technicians and Professionals to support a major fly-in/fly-out project in Fort McMurray, expected to begin in Q4 2026 and continue for approximately five years. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for current and future opportunities. Stantec will keep your application in our recruiting system as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position when or if the need arises.

Working on a two-weeks-in / two-weeks-out rotation, you will support field investigations and monitoring as part of a multidisciplinary team focused on safe, high-quality project delivery. Flights and camp accommodations are provided, with travel originating from Calgary, Edmonton, or Fort McMurray.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Looking for Junior (less than 3 years) and Intermediate (3 to 9 years) professionals.

Environmental Field Technician

Technical diploma or degree in environmental science, site assessment, geotechnical engineering technology, or a related field
Demonstrated commitment to a strong safety culture, following all Health and Safety policies
Experience supporting environmental and geotechnical field programs (drilling, soil sampling, test pitting, site monitoring)
Ability to collect, manage, and maintain accurate field data and documentation
Familiarity with soil testing, subgrade evaluation, and foundation preparation is an asset
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently in field environments
Clear and effective communication skills when working with engineers, contractors, and clients
Valid Alberta driver’s license and ability to work in a fly-in/fly-out camp setting

You’ll contribute to the successful delivery of a high-profile, multi-year oil sands project while representing Stantec with professionalism and technical integrity.

People. Purpose. Possibilities.

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location:

Canada | AB | Calgary

Other Locations:

Canada | AB | Fort McMurray

Organization:

BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta

Employee Status:

Regular

Business Justification:

New Position

Travel:

Yes