Geological Environmental Field Technician

**There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.**

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.
Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

**Who are we looking for?**
Our **Greater Toronto Area **offices - including our office locations in Toronto, Mississauga, Markham, and Whitby, are looking to fill **a Geological Environmental Field Technician **position in our growing Canadian Operations.

**In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.**

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

**See what the power of commitment can do for you.**

**Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in**:

- Oversight of drilling investigations involving geotechnical, hydrogeological, and environmental components.
- Coordination and review of utility locate and utility drawings.
- Interpret engineering drawings/plans and reports and layout locations in the field.
- 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.
- May also be involved with well development, groundwater sampling, soil gas sampling, and/or single well response testing and construction/remediation activities.
- 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, and health and safety plans.
- Adherence to GHD and client’s safety requirements including appropriate PPE.
- Requirement for travel. Projects are generally in the GTA/Greater Golden Horseshoe area with the possibility for travel to Northern and Eastern Ontario (25%) depending on project opportunities.
- Estimated 95% of the time outside the office in the field.

**What you will bring to the team**:

- 7+ 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 the MS Office software such as Excel, Word, and Teams
- Working knowledge of MECP, MNRF, MOL, and Acts & Regulations associated with the type of work being performed.
- Working knowledge of the following 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
- Willing to work night shifts for field oversight
- Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks;
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Team player, cooperates with other staff
- Ability to meet challenging deadlines
- Working in highly congested utility situations and with linear infrastructure projects is considered an asset
- Previous experience working on larger infrastructure projects and northern Ontario experience is an asset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with clear well-written notes.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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