Environmental Technician II

True Environmental; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services company in Whitehorse, Yukon, seeks an Environmental Technician II to perform environmental data collection and management tasks. You will conduct fieldwork and sampling, compile data, and analyze reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree or Technical Diploma, with 3-5 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers an hourly wage of $28 to $35, with potential site travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of previous experience in environmental work.
• Ability to work effectively with team members and independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork, environmental sampling, and site assessments.
• Research and compile environmental data.
• Prepare and format reports based on environmental data analysis.

Skills

Environmental data collection

Field sampling

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong organizational skills

Time-management skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Technical Diploma

Tools

GIS software

Data analysis tools

Job description

As an Environmental Technician II, you will be responsible for environmental data collection at various projects around the Yukon. This data collection will include field sampling, data entry, data management, equipment maintenance and related office tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork, environmental sampling, and site assessments at various project locations
• Researching and compiling environmental data from public registries, government offices, and/or library or internet services.
• Environmental sampling and preparation of shipments to labs.
• Manipulation of digital environmental data and analysis reports.
• Analyzes and interprets environmental data.
• Preparing and formatting reports.
• Related office tasks, including filing and reception on as needed basis.
• Special projects as required.
• All other related duties as required.

About You

• Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Diploma or equivalent
• 3 - 5 years of previous experience working.
• Ability to work effectively with team members as well as independently
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other business software
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work independently or as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to lead field teams and coordinate project activities efficiently
• Familiarity with GIS software, data analysis tools, and environmental modeling is preferred

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift a minimum of 15 pounds
• Site travel may be required
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer

$28 - $35 an hour

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not intended to be an extensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employees may be asked to perform additional tasks to meet the organization's objectives. The responsibilities outlined may change based on the needs of the company and its business operations.