Environmental Field Technician

4 weeks ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada GHD Full time

Protecting the Environment, One Project at a Time

GHD is seeking a skilled Environmental Field Technician to join our team in the GTA/Greater Golden Horseshoe area. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing drilling investigations, coordinating utility locates, and interpreting engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversight of drilling investigations involving geotechnical, hydrogeological, and environmental components
  • Coordination and review of utility locates and utility drawings
  • Interpretation of engineering drawings/plans and reports
  • Logging of soil and rock
  • Surveying
  • Completion of SPT and Shelby tube sampling, as well as in-situ vane shear tests
  • Collection of soil samples for environmental and geotechnical testing
  • Liaise with subcontractors, client representatives, and/or agencies, as required
  • Training staff in field methods and sampling techniques
  • Working with and providing support to other members of the group in assisting with other field, laboratory, and office activities, as required
  • Completing clear, neat, and accurate field notes
  • May also be involved with the preparation of data tables, stratigraphic logs, scopes of work, health and safety plans
  • Adherence to GHD and client's safety requirements, including appropriate PPE
  • Requirement for travel, with projects primarily in the GTA/Greater Golden Horseshoe area, with occasional travel to Northern and Eastern Ontario (25%)
  • Estimated 95% of time spent outside the office in the field

Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience
  • College Diploma in an Earth Science, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Technology/Technician program
  • Working knowledge of geotechnical, hydrogeology field testing, and bedrock drilling/logging
  • General experience with MS Office software, including Excel, Word, and Teams
  • Working knowledge of MECP, MNRF, MOL, and Acts & Regulations associated with the type of work being performed
  • Working knowledge of Ontario Regulations, as amended: 903, 347, 558/00, 153/04, 213/91, 406/19
  • Experience acting as a MOL Supervisor for larger drilling programs
  • Valid First Aid/AED Training certification
  • Must own a reliable vehicle and hold a valid driver's license
  • Adaptable and analytical, with a willingness to ask questions
  • Ability to exercise sound professional judgment
  • Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Team player, cooperate with other staff
  • Ability to meet challenging deadlines
  • Working in highly congested utility situations and with linear infrastructure projects considered an asset
  • Previous experience working on larger infrastructure projects and Northern Ontario experience an asset
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with clear, well-written notes

About GHD:

GHD is a multicultural organization that encourages individual achievement and recognizes the strength of a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.



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