Intermediate Level Environmental Science Field Technician

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FIELD TECHNICIANREPORTS TO: SENIOR PROJECT DIRECTORWORK LOCATION:
Client Work Sites throughout Ontario. Field projects may occasionally require staying out-of-town during the work week and working evenings or weekends, particularly for spills, and projects that span multiple days (travel expenses will be covered).COMPENSATION:
$80-90k, commensurate with experience.Health Benefits, Bonus Plan.POSITION SUMMARYThe Field Technician will focus on execution of field operations with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and compliance with procedures. The Technician will work independently as well as with contractors performing monitoring, sampling, and site investigations, principally at active and vacant industrial properties, as well as on public properties.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESSoil sampling during drilling, test pitting and excavation activitiesSoil sampling to support geotechnical and hydrogeological assessmentsGroundwater monitoring and sampling using a wide variety of equipment, especially low-flow sampling methodologiesConducting single well response tests (e.G., rising and falling head tests)Supervising drillers, excavators and other contractorsOperation of various types of equipment (e.G., GPS, data loggers, survey laser level, combustible gas meters, etc.)Completion of field documentation such as job safety analysis (JSA) forms, project field reports, field notes, excavation and groundwater monitoring forms, and chain-of-custody formsWhen not in the field, assisting with project reporting tasks (e.G., assist with writing sections of reports, data tables, etc.)Working collaboratively with project coordinators/managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budgetREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s Degree or College Diploma in environmental science, geological science, geotechnical engineering, or a related program5 or more years’ experience working on typical environmental site assessment (ESA) and geotechnical assignments and responsibilities, including supervising drilling and remediation projects, and collecting groundwater and surface water samplesAcademic and practical experience with soil classification, various drilling methodologies, and groundwater sampling methodsExperience with Designated Substance SurveysExperience with Designated Substance SurveysAdditional broad environmental experience (ecological surveys, air and noise assessments, topographical surveys, GIS, water and wastewater sampling, geomorphology, etc.) would be an assetREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESExcellent written and oral communications skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCreative mindset and problem solving skillsStrong client service attitude, responsiveness and sense of urgencyAbility to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAbility to travel for occasional multiple day out of town field assignments (with advance notice provided;
spill response may require short notice)Valid driver’s license and clean driving abstractCurrent Standard First Aid/CPR (or willing to obtain)We thank all applicants, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.BlueFrog provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities, available on request during all aspects of the recruitment process.
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