Environmental Technician

LOCATION: Thunder Bay
- Department: Environmental
- Date Posted: Jan 17, 2025

KGS Group is seeking an **Environmental Technician** to join our team in Thunder Bay, ON.

**About Us**

We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.

As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow.

**The Role**

This exciting opportunity allows you to work on diverse environmental projects under the guidance of our experienced senior team, helping you build and refine your skills. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the successful execution of environmental field programs, engaging in hands-on tasks such as environmental sampling, surveying, environmental emergency response, erosion and sediment control, and site inspections to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

In addition to fieldwork, you will enhance your technical writing skills by preparing daily reports, borehole logs, and key environmental data records. You will also play a role in creating technical documents and managing data, contributing to the overall success of our projects. This role offers a dynamic blend of fieldwork and technical development, perfect for someone eager to grow in the environmental field.

**Your Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in the completion of Environmental Site Assessments (Phase 1, 2 and 3) and remedial projects.
- Assist in the completion of Environmental Assessments and Class Environmental Assessments.
- Field and site inspections, including coordinating and directing site contractors.
- Construction surveillance, monitoring, and reporting.
- Environmental surveillance, monitoring, and reporting.
- Designated Substance Surveys.
- Computer activities - data entry/analysis, engineering programs utilization.
- Leveraging advanced technology, including unmanned aerial vehicles, GPS survey equipment, and water chemistry instruments.
- Assist with scoping, budget development, and preparation of proposals and reports.
- Safely perform work in the office and field; fieldwork may occur in all seasonal weather conditions, using equipment and operating vehicles on behalf of the company. Some heavy lifting may be required.
- Willing and able to work extended hours, when needed, to meet deadlines.
- Work towards and achieve designation as C.E.T. or C.Tech.

**About You**

To fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant to bring forward a good mix of qualifications and some previous experience. Some highlights include:

- Technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. environmental sciences, environmental technology).
- Surveying skills are required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and MS Excel.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail; accuracy is essential.
- Focused organization and time management abilities.
- Understanding the importance of health & safety as a top priority.
- Willingness to travel outside of Thunder Bay for work
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Ability to obtain Federal, Provincial, or any other security clearances.
- KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package._