Occupational Hygiene and Environmental Field Service Technician

Applied Particle Technology Inc.; Calgary; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Particle Technology Inc. is seeking a full-time Occupational Hygiene and Environmental Field Service Technician.

This remote role involves installing, calibrating, and maintaining real-time dust and air quality monitoring equipment at client sites, with occasional sampling work and travel to sites. You will plan field measurements, conduct site assessments, document findings, and communicate results to clients and internal teams while supporting implementation of exposure control

Qualifications

• Experience with air sampling, dust measurement, and exposure assessment.
• Equipment installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sensors and instruments.
• Ability to work independently in remote field settings and travel.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for workplace exposure.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain real-time dust and air quality monitoring equipment at client sites.
• Plan and perform field measurements, site assessments, document findings, and communicate results.
• Support regulatory and compliance reporting with observations and data.
• Travel with equipment to client sites and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Air sampling

Dust measurement

Exposure assessment

Field service

Data handling

Communication

Independent work

Safety procedures

Education

Occupational hygiene/environmental science degree

Tools

Sensors and instruments

Job description

Company Description Applied Particle Technology Inc. reduces health and environmental risks by through real time data and software. The company focuses on improving workplace and community air quality through data-driven insights and monitoring solutions. Its technology supports organizations in identifying exposure risks and implementing effective controls. Team members collaborate across disciplines to deliver practical, science-based solutions that protect human health and the environment.

Role Description This is a full-time remote role for an Occupational Hygiene and Environmental Field Service Technician. The technician will install, calibrate, and maintain real-time dust and air quality monitoring equipment at client sites, ensuring accurate and reliable performance, while also occasionally performing sampling work. Daily responsibilities include planning and performing field measurements, conducting site assessments, documenting findings, and communicating results and recommendations to clients and internal teams. The role involves troubleshooting equipment and software issues, supporting implementation of exposure control strategies, and training client personnel on proper use of monitoring systems. The technician will also contribute observations and data to help refine Applied Particle Technology's solutions and support regulatory and compliance reporting needs.

• You will frequently travel with equipment cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Client sites are often in dusty, noisy, and outdoor weather conditions
• Maintaining all required training and internal EHS requirements

Qualifications

• Occupational hygiene and environmental monitoring skills, including experience with air sampling, dust measurement, and exposure assessment.
• Technical field service skills such as equipment installation, calibration, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of sensors and instruments.
• Data handling capabilities, including collecting, organizing, and interpreting environmental and occupational exposure data using software tools.
• Communication and collaboration skills to explain technical findings clearly, interact with clients on-site and remotely, and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently in remote field settings, manage schedules and travel, and follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Relevant education or training in occupational hygiene, environmental science, industrial hygiene, engineering, or a related field; professional certifications are an advantage.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and guidelines related to workplace exposure and environmental air quality is beneficial.
• Comfort using digital tools and mobile applications to document work, access procedures, and communicate with the broader team.