Environmental Technician

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

While this is a full time position, because the work is seasonal staff is reduced from December to February allowing the majority of employees three months off.

The site is located 1 hour North of Fort McMurray, AB. Bussing is provided from Fort McMurray and Fort McKay. The schedule is 7 days on with 7 days off (12 hour shifts - from 6 AM to 6 PM). Only candidates living in or around Fort McMurray and Fort McKay area will be invited for interview. No fly in/out offered.

The individual is responsible for performing routine operational and maintenance duties to support tailings pond and bird deterrent operations with limited supervision. Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Bird deterrent activities in the field, including testing cannons, completing deterrent inspection reports, and recording GPS deterrent locations
• Servicing and upkeep of bird deterrent equipment including cannons, floats, Lrads, effigies, kites
• Assisting bird monitors in bird and wildlife hazing activities
• Reporting bird sightings on or around tailings ponds to bird monitors/Foreman
• Operation of boats, trucks and argos and trailers.

The individual may be required to assess designated areas for indications of wildlife presence by monitoring, reporting and documenting findings while also keeping watch for wildlife that may be in proximity of the team. These duties may include:

• Monitoring for Bears and other wildlife while assisting with nest sweeping.
• Preparedness to deploy any required wildlife deterrence mechanism such as bear spray, air horns, whistles, etc.
• Documenting and reporting any wildlife presence such as sightings and identification of species, nests, dens, and subsequent flagging of areas of concern
• Assisting bird monitors with the collection of bird data using bird identification skills, a GPS, range finder, binoculars, spotting scope and compass
• The individual may be asked to assist in technical tasks including pond sounding, insitu testing, instrumentation installations, mudline and pond elevation surveys, and other duties.
• The individual will be working from a boat or barge and will need the PCOC (boating license).
• Maintain good reporting skills and communication skills. This could include completing one Daily Operators’ Report, fully and completely, for each project worked on in the course of a day.
• The individual provides support to other staff members, both junior and senior.
• The individual ensures daily completion and submission of all reports and other necessary documentation, including timesheets, vehicle logs, inspections and daily operator reports and other documentation.

• High School Diploma
• Must pass Drug and Alcohol screening and a Fit for Duty test
• Must be able to provide an acceptable driver abstract and pass a criminal background check
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Must be capable of standing and walking for long periods of time in various weather conditions and through challenging terrain.
• Must be comfortable being in proximity to nature/wildlife.
• Must be willing to complete a Bear Awareness / Bird Deterrent training course
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Extended hours and shift work
• Must hold or be willing to obtain a valid CSTS certificate or equivalent
• Must be fluent in English
• Must be comfortable with email and online learning for internal courses.
• Must be capable of meeting the physical requirements of the job – lifting, sitting, standing, walking, crouching, bending, climbing
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Please note that successful candidates will have to complete Drug & Alcohol Testing and a Fit for Duty assessment, provide an acceptable 5 year Driver Abstract, complete a Criminal Background Check and provide 2 professional references.