Edmonton Wildland Sensor Technician

Join the City of Edmonton to leverage your remote sensing skills as a Wildland Sensor Technician. This role focuses on developing a comprehensive biodiversity and wildfire sensor network to ensure urban climate resilience.

As a Wildland Sensor Technician, you will work under the City of Edmonton's Parks and Roads Services to implement a sophisticated monitoring grid essential for public safety. Your responsibilities will include site validation for equipment installation and managing both fixed and mobile ecological monitoring elements. You’ll play a central role in the implementation of this transformative 2026 initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage monitoring networks from deployment to integration

• Conduct comprehensive site surveys for sensor installations

• Collaborate with team members on field monitoring methodologies

• Execute technical management for wildlife data collection

• Prepare training materials and maintenance procedures

Requirements:

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or similar

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in environmental monitoring

• Skilled in remote sensing technology

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license

• Strong documentation and communication abilities

Contribute to climate action and safety through your role with the City of Edmonton’s cutting-edge environmental projects.
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