Intermediate Environmental Field Technician

What’s in a name? FROSKR means frog in ancient Norse. Did you know that frogs breathe and drink through their skin? When the environment suffers, so do they. A healthy frog population means environmental health and stability. A partnership with FROSKR does the same!

FROSKR may be a new name in strategic environmental management and stewardship, but our environmental mitigation solutions are over 25 years strong! Our awesome team has a ton of momentum, and we are growing! If you are motivated and passionate about the environment, FROSKR will provide you with a challenging and rewarding career.

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In our search for an Intermediate Environmental Field Technician, we are looking for someone with a strong knowledge of provincial and federal regulations who enjoys problem-solving and working within a multi-stakeholder environment. FROSKR Environmental Technicians interact with clients, regulators, and local communities to facilitate their sustainability goals with their technical and professional expertise. In this role, you will assist in securing, leading, and executing projects with FROSKR’s partners in the mining, heavy manufacturing, petroleum, municipal and energy sectors.

Your Role as Intermediate Environmental Field Technician:

Maintain a safe operating environment, including preparing job-specific and site-specific field safety plans.
Planning field programs, including logistics, working with laboratories, preparing teams, preparing field sampling equipment and communicating with Project Managers and Clients.
Knowledge of and desire to continuously learn and understand environmental compliance, regulations and permitting.
Leading field programs, either alone or on behalf of a team, providing daily field updates to the Project Manager.
Completing fieldwork to the highest safety standards, technical best practices, and protocols of both FROSKR and Clients. This includes maintaining exceptional field notes.
Taking samples for air quality, surface water, groundwater, and soil, including use and maintenance of environmental monitoring equipment such as pH/multimeter, streamflow monitor, water interface meter, and dissolved oxygen meter.
Operating ATVs, snowmachines, Argo, motorboats, chainsaws, and other equipment in the conduct of field monitoring programs (formal training and certification are considered an asset).
Troubleshooting field issues that arise, including monitoring equipment, mechanical, and field instruments.
Supervising and directing sub-contractors regarding specific field programs (I.e., groundwater monitoring well drilling, excavation, etc.).
Preparing field reports, quality assurance and completing data entry.
Environmental projects are complex! This list is not comprehensive, and other duties and responsibilities may adjust depending on the project, client, and company requirements.

What You Bring to the Team:

College diploma or university degree in environmental science, engineering, or relevant field;
Self-motivated with an ability to work independently with little to no supervision, working alone in remote locations and adapting to conditions/resources.;
Excellent organizational skills;
Experience in the environmental consulting industry, including fieldwork and interest in working in all weather and field conditions;
3-5 years of relevant experience as an environmental technician;
Willingness and ability to travel with overnight stays and work a flexible schedule;
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with exceptional report-writing skills.
Valid driver’s licence with access to a personal vehicle.

Why Join the Our Team?

Do you possess a great attitude, a passion for the environment, and a willingness to grow as a professional? FROSKR is looking for you! As a growing organization, we get excited about partnering with new professionals joining our team and learning from everyone’s unique knowledge, skill set, and experiences!

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, group employee benefits, contributions to RRSPs, and paid professional development. We are committed to fostering a progressive work environment with flexible working arrangements and an equitable and balanced life/work approach.

At FROSKR, we're passionate about equipping our employees to succeed both professionally and personally. If you're excited about embarking on a new career journey with us, apply today! We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Contact Human Resources at (705) 419-2554 for further information; apply today and take the leap!

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