Project Technologist

Project Technologist

Hazardous Materials/Indoor Environmental Quality

Kenora, ON

Salary Range: $55,000-$60,000

Ready to make a difference in creating healthier, safer spaces? Join Pinchin as a Project Technologist in Hazardous Materials & Indoor Environmental Quality in Kenora! This is your chance to combine technical expertise with hands-on fieldwork, tackling asbestos, mold, and air quality challenges that protect people and property. If you thrive on problem-solving, enjoy variety in your work, and want to grow with a leading environmental consulting firm, this role is for you.

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Pinchin is hiring a Project Technologist in Hazardous Materials & Indoor Environmental Quality in Kenora This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and is being filled as a replacement role.

Role Overview

In this role you will work closely with the Kenora Pinchin team to help clients maintain healthier indoor spaces. Day to day will involve a mix of work in both the office and in the field at client properties. The role requires outward facing activities such as communication with client representatives, contractors and vendors, working independently to collect environmental samples and site data with the responsibility of preparing professional reports of our activities and findings for a variety technical issues. This is meaningful work with real impact and you will grow your skills while contributing to projects that make buildings and environments better.

A Day in the life of a Project Technologist at Pinchin:  

• Conduct site investigations - asbestos, mould, mercury, PCBs, lead etc.
• Conduct field work, including visits to sites and supervise remediation activities
• Coordinate and supervise sub-contractors
• Interpret and analyze sample results in relation to legislative requirements and industry-accepted guidelines
• Prepare technical reports
• Manage time of projects effectively and efficiently
• Liaise with clients and sub-contractors to ensure health, safety and hygiene needs are addressed and met
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships

What you bring to the Pinchin team

• Entry level to two years of experience
• Related Post-secondary education and C.E.T. or related designations will be considered an asset
• Knowledge of environmental and health and safety legislation/guidelines
• Hazardous Materials, Indoor Environmental Quality, OHS industry experience and familiarity with building systems (structure, envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing etc.) considered as asset
• Experience working with environmental monitoring equipment, reading and interpreting architectural drawings an asset
• Strong technical report writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products
• Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and availability for regional travel, after-hours, and rotational weekends

For Current Employees

Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.  

Compensation and Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

What makes Pinchin different?

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.

Employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, a flexible workplace that supports work life balance, paid personal days, minimum of three weeks of vacation to start, reimbursement for professional memberships, environmental and community involvement opportunities, a wellness spending account, social activities, team events, corporate hotel rates, and more.

Explore our offerings: Pinchin Benefits

Additional Information

• Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
• Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
• No agency phone calls please.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We make buildings and environments better.