Junior Aquatic Biologist

4 weeks ago


Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Tetra Tech Full time

Discover your full potential at Tetra Tech, where we combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. As a Junior Aquatic Biologist, you will work with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

Tetra Tech is a global company with over 28,000 employees worldwide, offering a great place to work and an engaging culture based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive hourly rate and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

This position offers an interesting variety of office and field work on a diversified range of projects, including biophysical inventories, environmental impact assessments, and monitoring of environmental effects. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental sciences.

Responsibilities:

  • Conducting biophysical assessments, focusing on fisheries and aquatic habitat, with knowledge of riparian habitat and vegetation, and/or wildlife and wildlife habitat, under the guidance of intermediate and senior biologists.
  • Complete post-construction monitoring for regulatory compliance.
  • Prepare field sampling permit applications for fish and wildlife salvages, and complete post-salvage reports.
  • Conduct water and/soil sampling and analysis according to provincial protocols.
  • Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental sciences.
  • Working with Project Managers/Discipline Teams to maintain quality control of data.
  • Data analysis and technical reporting (proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Equipment calibration and maintenance.
  • Working outside in varied weather conditions.
  • Willingness to work away from home for extended periods.
  • Excellent attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and quickly to meet deadlines.
  • Be punctual and able to start work early in the morning.
  • Health and Safety for work at the project site.
  • Willingness to work independently and in a team environment.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Technical Diploma or a B.Sc. in biology or ecology, or related fields.
  • Eligibility for registration or currently registered as a P. Biol. or BIT with the ASPB.
  • Interest and aptitude for environmental monitoring and/or erosion and sediment control.
  • Successful applicant must have worked a minimum of 1 to 3 years in the environmental sciences including environmental monitoring, aquatic and riparian surveys, surface water quality sampling, fish, and wildlife salvage.
  • Proficient technical writer.
  • A strong track record in Health and Safety management on projects.
  • Knowledge of AB and Federal environmental regulations.
  • Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and must provide a current drivers abstract.
  • Must be physically capable of working with heavy equipment and sensitive instruments in variable weather and river conditions.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, practicing safe work methods.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication.

What Makes Tetra Tech A Great Place to Work:

  • Benefits starting day one of employment.
  • Competitive base salary.
  • Eligible for overtime (calculated at 1.5 times) that can be banked or paid out, whatever you prefer.
  • Hybrid work options when you are not in the field.
  • Tetra Tech employs industry leading technical specialists across all environmental disciplines which promotes a strong mentorship environment and opportunity for technical growth.
  • Tetra Tech supports life-long learning and provides an annual allowance for educational opportunities.
  • You will be working with an amazing, very supportive team that takes a great amount of pride in our reputation and the phenomenal customer service we are known for.
  • Tetra Tech is a global company with over 28,000 employees worldwide. By joining this team, you have access to this network of professionals, experience, opportunities, and corporate benefits (e.g., corporate discounts, stock purchase plan).
  • Opportunity for advancement within our Environment & Water − Biological Services group and within Tetra Tech globally.

Additional Information:

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship (a copy of a valid work permit may be required).

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required but will be explained during the recruitment process if they are necessary. As this position may be serving clients that have vaccination requirements for site access, we may be confirming your eligibility to comply with this requirement.



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