Ecological Technician

Environmental assessment, reclamation, monitoring

Hiring

Ecological Technician

Company

Keneco Environmental Inc.

Location

Based in Calgary, Alberta

Salary

$37.00 per hour (40 hours per week; overtime available after 44 hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological and environmental field investigations, including soil, groundwater, surface water, and vegetation assessments
• Assist in conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and Detailed Site Assessments (DSAs)
• Conduct field surveys and collect environmental data and samples to support environmental assessments and reclamation projects.
• Monitor air, water, and soil quality and assist in interpreting analytical results in accordance with applicable environmental guidelines
• Collect, document, and maintain field data related to soil quality, vegetation establishment, land disturbance, and reclamation progress
• Conduct vegetation and site assessments to evaluate ecological conditions and support reclamation and closure objectives
• Support reclamation and remediation projects, including site inspections, soil management activities, and monitoring of revegetation progress
• Monitor field activities and contractor operations to ensure compliance with environmental, reclamation, and health and safety requirements
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports, including environmental site assessments, reclamation reports, and regulatory submissions
• Assist with the coordination of field programs, including scheduling, equipment preparation, and logistics
• Ensure compliance with provincial environmental and reclamation regulations and company health and safety procedures

Education

• Diploma or degree in Environmental engineering technology/ environmental technology, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in environmental or ecological field work, environmental consulting, or a related field
• Experience supporting environmental site assessments (Phase I and Phase II preferred)
• Experience conducting environmental monitoring, field surveys, or ecological assessments
• Experience working on upstream oil and gas sites is considered an asset
• Experience supporting reclamation or remediation projects is considered an asset, including familiarity with reclamation-related Detailed Site Assessments (DSAs) and provincial reclamation certification processes in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Skills & Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of environmental sampling, monitoring, and site assessment methodologies
• Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze environmental and ecological data
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with environmental considerations associated with upstream oil and gas sites in Alberta and Saskatchewan
• Familiarity with applicable provincial regulatory frameworks including Alberta Energy Regulator (AER), Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, and Saskatchewan Ministry of Energy and Resources
• Experience applying provincial soil and groundwater quality guidelines and reclamation criteria is considered an asset

Additional Requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Willingness and ability to travel to remote field locations across Alberta and Saskatchewan
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and field environments

Safety Certifications (Asset)

• H2S Alive
• Standard First Aid with CPR
• Ground Disturbance Level II
• WHMIS
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

Applicants must be able to obtain required safety certifications prior to or shortly after employment if not currently held.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance