Environmental Technician

We are seeking an Environmental Technician to support environmental assessment, remediation, reclamation, and drilling waste management programs associated with upstream oil and gas developments across Alberta and Saskatchewan.

This position is primarily based in Calgary, with regular field work at project sites across Alberta and Saskatchewan. The successful candidate will support environmental field programs, collect and analyze environmental data, and prepare technical documentation in accordance with applicable provincial environmental regulations.

This role is suited for candidates with prior hands‑on experience in environmental field programs who are comfortable working with limited supervision.

Salary: $37.00 per hour (40 hours per week)

Responsibilities

Conduct environmental field investigations including soil, groundwater, and surface water sampling

Assist in coordinating and carrying out Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and Detailed Site Assessments (DSA)

Support remediation programs, including excavation, soil management, and land treatment activities

Monitor contractor activities during drilling, excavation, and remediation programs to ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements

Collect, document, and maintain accurate field data, including field notes, sampling records, and site documentation

Review and interpret laboratory analytical results in accordance with applicable environmental guidelines

Prepare and contribute to technical reports including environmental site assessments, remediation reports, and reclamation documentation

Support drilling waste management activities, including coordination of waste handling, sampling, tracking, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements

Assist with coordination of field programs, including contractor scheduling, equipment preparation, and logistics

Ensure compliance with provincial environmental regulations and company health and safety procedures

Education

Diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Biology, or a related field

Experience

Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in environmental field work or environmental consulting

Experience supporting environmental site assessments (Phase I and Phase II preferred)

Experience working on upstream oil and gas sites is considered an asset

Experience supporting drilling waste management programs is considered an asset

Skills & Technical Knowledge

Knowledge of environmental sampling and site assessment methodologies

Ability to interpret environmental data and prepare technical reports with limited supervision

Strong technical writing and documentation skills

Strong organizational and communication skills

Working knowledge of environmental liability considerations associated with upstream oil and gas sites in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Familiarity with applicable provincial regulatory frameworks including Alberta Energy Regulator (AER), Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, and Saskatchewan Ministry of Energy and Resources

Experience applying provincial soil and groundwater quality guidelines and reclamation criteria is considered an asset

Additional Requirements

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Willingness and ability to travel to remote field locations across Alberta and Saskatchewan

Ability to work in various weather conditions and field environments

Safety Certifications (Asset)

H₂S Alive

Standard First Aid with CPR

Ground Disturbance Level II

WHMIS

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

Applicants must be able to obtain required safety certifications prior to or shortly after employment if not currently held.

Benefits

Company car

Dental care

Extended health care

Job Type: Full‑time

Work Location:

In person (Calgary office and field sites across Alberta and Saskatchewan)

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