Environmental Technician/Technologist

Responsibilities Field ActivitiesCoordinate and complete contaminated sites projects, including Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments, hydrogeological investigations, soil/groundwater/surface water/sediment/soil vapour sampling programs, and contaminated site remediation projectsComplete documentation of field activities, site safety meetings, among others in paper and digital formats (as required)Assist in supporting environmental assessment reports, including: data tables, borehole logs, test pit logs, GIS/CAD, etc.Coordinate and complete hazardous materials surveys including asbestos and lead sampling and assist in air emissions testing programsOperate, calibrate, and maintain project specific equipmentAbility to work in remote locations for up to two weeks, with possible interprovincial travelAbility to work overtime if neededAbility to work alone with limited directionProject Coordination Coordinate with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, third-party stakeholdersCompile and analyse dataAssist project managers, engineers, environmental scientists and others on a variety of multidisciplinary design teams (including project engineers, planners, biologists, technologists, Comply with applicable health and safety procedures and guidelinesLearning and Development Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional developmentContribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees Qualifications A diploma in environmental or civil engineering, environmental or civil engineering technology or environmental sciencesOne to two years' experience in environmental consulting will be an assetStrong desire to learnStrong work ethic with a genuine interest in environmental programs and field workValid Driver’s License Experience Understanding of statistical analyses and terms, comfortable completing common statistical procedures properly and can differentiate between similar summary statistics like mean vs. median vs. mode. Able to create visual representations or tables to present statistical results from data analysesExperience working around heavy equipment, including drill rigs and excavators will be considered an assetStrong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skillsExceptional problem solving and critical thinking skillsDemonstrated abilities to work in multidisciplinary team and independentlyExceptional working knowledge of Microsoft Office . Excel and WordKnowledge in several of: geology, hydrogeology, field procedures, basic chemistry, contracting/construction, geotechnical concerns, geology, remediation, engineering, site characterization, health and safety will be considered an assetExperience in phased site assessment and remediation and/or hazardous building substances survey will be an assetExperience with groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, slug tests, data loggers will be an assetExperience with soil and sediment sampling will be an assetExperience in laboratory bottle orders and chain of custody completion will be an assetKnowledge of relevant provincial, and federal environmental legislation and policies will be considered an assetProficiency in AUTOCAD, GIS, Surfer, GINT or database abilities will be an assetWhy choose DillonDillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.We live our core values:Reliability: words that result in actions build trust;Achievement: do the work to hit the target;Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;Creativity: discover new possibilities;Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differencesDillon is a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an outstanding employee experience and cultivating an exceptional workplace culture. At Dillon, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. This designation reflects our ongoing efforts to ensure that our workplace is not just a place of work, but a community where everyone can thrive.In addition, we offer:Employee share purchase planDillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all full-time regular employeesA competitive compensation packageComprehensive health benefitsGenerous retirement savings planStudent loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributionsFlexible work hours Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.Learning and Development opportunitiesAs a knowledge-based business, the organic growth of our knowledge and skills occur through our work performance and roles. The creation and sharing of knowledge allows us to take local knowledge to scale, capture lessons learned through experience, and continuously improve service delivery. The development of self and others is an evident and measured core behaviour within our organizationWe use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunitiesFocus on InnovationThe ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunitiesEmployee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employeesWellness SubsidyOur employees can take advantage of wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes