Environmental Technician (Temporary, Full-Time)

Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kamloops seeks a temporary, full-time Environmental Technician to work in the field, helping keep landfill and composting operations compliant, safe, and eco-friendly.

You will monitor groundwater, assist with landfill gas systems, and respond to environmental incidents while supporting broader sustainability initiatives. The role requires a degree in environmental science or related field and at least six months of data experience, plus a valid BC Class 5 license.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in environmental science, natural resource science, or related discipline.
• Minimum six months of experience with collection, maintenance, and manipulation of environmental data.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; basic PowerPoint; tested with a 70% pass rate.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 5.

Responsibilities

• Monitor groundwater and manage landfill gas systems to support compliance and safety.
• Respond to environmental incidents and assist with environmental initiatives in field operations.

Skills

Environmental data handling

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Driver's license

Education

Environmental science degree

Natural resource science

Environmental management courses

Job description

Position Overview

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and being part of a team that drives real-world sustainability? As a temporary, full-time Environmental Technician with the City, you won’t be stuck behind a desk—you’ll be out in the field, helping ensure our landfill and composting operations stay compliant, safe, and eco-friendly. This is your chance to contribute to vital environmental initiatives, from monitoring groundwater to managing landfill gas systems and responding to environmental incidents.

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast seeking thrills on the mountain bike trails of nearby Kamloops Bike Ranch, a history buff exploring the city's rich Indigenous heritage at the Secwépemc Museum and Heritage Park, or a foodie delighting in the farm-to-table cuisine of its local restaurants, Kamloops welcomes you with open arms and boundless opportunities to explore, discover, and connect. Get a sneak peek into the Kamloops lifestyle and upcoming events here – https://www.tourismkamloops.com/

The successful candidates must have the following qualifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary degree such as environmental science, natural resource science, or courses with a focus on environmental management or other related discipline(s).
• Minimum of six months’ previous professional experience related to the collection, maintenance, and manipulation of environmental data.
• Proficient in intermediate Word, intermediate Excel, and basic PowerPoint, as demonstrated through testing (70% pass rate required).
• Valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 5.

Please note, there are two (2) temporary positions available. The first positions end date will be approximately November 27, 2027 or return of incumbent, the other positions end date will be approximately May 2028 or return of incumbent. The senior candidate will have their choice of end date.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check.

This is a unionized position with CUPE Local 900; check out our Collective Agreement (2024 - 2025) for full details (ratified 2026 Collective Agreement coming soon). As this is a unionized position, all qualifications must be met in order to be shortlisted for the position.

Hours & Days of Work

Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM and 7:00 Am – 4:00 PMThis position is being hired under a modified schedule with an extra day off every third week.

40

Hourly Rate

$37.448

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.