Field Technician

clfns; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

clfns is seeking a field-oriented professional to support Backcountry operations and maintain a field shop. The role involves long outdoor days and staying capable in adverse conditions, with strong teamwork and quick learning.

Ideal candidates have environmental field experience, a valid Class 5 license, ability to operate boats/ATVs, and willingness for overnight stays and weekend work as required.

Qualifications

• Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Clean 3-year driving abstract required.
• Field experience in environmental or related sectors.
• Experience with boats and ATVs required.
• Willing to stay overnight or multiple nights in the field.
• Must work weekends about 50% of the time.
• Outdoor work experience considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support field work on and off the CLAWR.
• Operate department equipment (boats, ATVs, tractors, trucks).
• Participate in site visits including HRIA (Archaeology).
• Conduct fisheries and water quality monitoring, terrestrial biology fieldwork with cameras/acoustic units.
• Data management using computers/software.
• Keep shop facility clean and well maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Class 5 Driver's License

Clean 3-year driving record

Field experience in environmental work

Experience with boats and ATVs

Overnight field readiness

Weekend availability

Outdoor endurance

Independent with teamwork

Tools

Boats

ATVs

Job description

Job Purpose:

This position is responsible for supporting the Backcountry operations of the department as well as the operations and maintenance of our shop facility. It is primarily a field position which will expose staff to a wide range of environmental work. The position requires long days working outdoors, often in less than ideal conditions. The right candidate is a quick learner with lots of hands‑on experience and a willingness to work as a team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of field work on and off the CLAWR
• Operate department equipment including, but not limited to side by sides, skid steer, tractor, trucks, quads, boats, snowmobiles
• Participate in consultation site visits including HRIA (Archeology) field work
• Participate in a wide range of field related activities including, but not limited to, fisheries monitoring, water quality monitoring, terrestrial biology fieldwork with Cameras and Acoustic Recording units
• Participate in data management using computers and software
• Keep the shop facility clean and well maintained
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Class 5 Drivers License
• Clean 3-year drivers abstract
• Demonstrated Field Experience in environmental or other sectors (eg. wildfire, seismic, forestry, landscaping, guiding/ outfitting etc.)
• Experience with boats and ATV’s is required
• Willing and able to stay overnight or for multiple nights in the field
• Must be able to work weekends about 50% of the time
• Outdoor experience is considered an asset
• Skills in operating and maintaining equipment required
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate in a team environment
• Dealing with multiple competing priorities

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Hours of work are typically 9:00-5:00 but longer days are required sometimes.
• Field work is required. This may require walking long distances, being outside for extended periods, lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime may be required
• Working hours can vary and may require a flexible schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.
• Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions.

Remuneration:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.