Environmental Technician Summer Student

K'en T'em Limited Partnership:

Environmental Technician Summer Student

Job title: Environmental Technician Summer Student

Reports to: Lead Environmental Technician

Term: Full-Time, Seasonal Position

Compensation: $ $25.00 hourly

Start date: May 4th, 2026

Closing Date: January 28th, 2026

K'en T'em Limited Partnership (KTLP) is a for-profit corporation committed to providing the Nlaka'pamux people of the eight Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly (CNA) Participating Bands with the resources that will help them efficiently create, manage and operate business opportunities. We are leaders at putting cross-cultural values at the forefront of our business while prioritizing simple, efficient, integrative solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

The Environmental Technician (Summer Student) is responsible for environmental sampling activities and associated data management responsibilities. They will report directly to the K'en T'em Environmental Services Manager on all matters pertaining to their employment, including technical issues and concerns, safety issues and concerns, quality assurance, and quality control. The Environmental Technician is expected to be reliable, selfdriven, autonomous, confident, and able to work proficiently in a supervised and unsupervised environment. The Environmental Technician is expected to conduct themselves ethically and respect others and is expected to apply an appropriate level of due diligence and care in all aspects of the work.

Primary Duties

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures,
• Work closely with clients to ensure regulatory requirements are met,
• Be responsible for implementing and supporting field crew in multiple, broad-based sampling and monitoring programs, collection of chemical, physical and biological tests (water, air, sediment) to confirm compliance and determine environmental conditions,
• Be responsible for the care, routine maintenance, repair, and calibration of monitoring and sample collection equipment and instrumentation,
• Maintain supplies inventory checklist and order supplies as required,
• Carry out environmental data entry, review, and management, Liaise with clients for the purposes of facilitating compliance assurance, and
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Reporting Supervisor/Designate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision,
• Ability to work independently in remote locations and outside in inclement weather conditions,
• Ability to carry equipment (up to 50 lb),
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and manage time effectively,
• Ability to supply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as: hard hats, protective eyewear, high visibility vests, steel-toe boots, and chest waders,
• Ability to successfully pass a 3-panel drug and alcohol test, as required throughout employment, to meet project requirements,
• Familiarity with working in an industrial setting is considered an asset,
• Knowledge of relevant environmental and waste legislation, standards, and effective industry practices (BC Field Sampling Handbook, BC Hydrometric Standards) is considered an asset,
• Previous work with Indigenous government or organizations is considered an asset, and
• Willingness to learn beginner nłeʔkepmxcín, nłeʔkepmx cultural values and protocols while recognizing and respecting cultural diversity.

Experience and Requirements

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education in an environmental field is considered an asset (Natural Resource Post-Secondary, Sciences, Geography, Geology, Forestry, etc.),
• Experience in environmental monitoring is considered an asset,
• Experience with environmental data management software (GIS/EQuIS) and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is considered an asset,
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with the ability to safely operate equipment, i.e. 4x4 trucks, boats, augers, snowmobiles, etc., and
• Minimum age of 18, in accordance with the Mines Act 3.2.1.

We will provide training and professional development to support the right candidate. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe you would be of value to our organization, then we want to hear from you

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K'en T'em Limited Partnership is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. This position is open to all candidates who meet the qualifications. In alignment with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code; A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified nłeʔkepmx candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. K'en T'em Limited Partnership respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.