Field Technician

Cold Lake First Nations; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cold Lake First Nations is seeking a field-oriented professional to support Backcountry operations and maintain our shop facility. The role is primarily outdoors, with long days and potential overtime, requiring strong teamwork and a quick learning ability.

Applicants should demonstrate field experience, ability to operate various equipment, and willingness to travel and stay in the field as needed. Weekend work is expected about half the time, with a focus on safety and environmental monitoring.

Qualifications

• Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Clean 3-year driving abstract.
• Demonstrated field experience in environmental or related sectors.
• Experience with boats and ATVs.
• Willing to stay overnight or multiple nights in the field.
• Ability to work weekends ~50% of the time.
• Outdoor experience is an asset.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team.
• Able to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support field work on and off the CLAWR.
• Operate department equipment (side by sides, skid steer, tractor, trucks, quads, boats, snowmobiles).
• Participate in HRIA field visits during consultations.
• Engage in fisheries, water quality, and terrestrial biology field activities with cameras and ARU units.
• Assist in data management using computers and software.
• Keep the shop facility clean and well maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Field experience

Boats & ATVs

Overnight field work

Weekend work

Equipment operation

Independent work

Prioritization

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.