Environmental Technician

About the role

Stantec is seeking an Environmental Scientist/Technician to join our Environmental Services practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental projects and associated sampling activities.

Responsibilities

• Completion of various forms of sampling for characterization and waste profiling purposes
• Supporting project team in management of analytical data/reports
• Assembling and maintaining field reports/documents
• Maintaining regular communication with team members to ensure client requirements are met
• Environmental sampling of soil, water, and construction related debris
• Use of various forms of field instrumentation including NORM meter, X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer, four-gas meter, ionization detectors amongst others
• Monitoring multiple communications (email/ text/ IM/ phone) from team members to track different activities
• Reviewing documents including analytical reports and field data collection reports to ensure they meet specific client requirements
• Communication with internal team, subconsultants, and client
• Updating databases and Excel spreadsheets to track program requirements
• Engagement in the process and willingness to identify process improvements to provide benefit to our client
• Complying with all Stantec and client policies including those related to safety, anti-harassment, and drug use

Qualifications

• High attention to detail is essential
• Proficient in standard business software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Teams, and ability to learn new software systems
• Active 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification preferred
• Current First Aid & CPR training certifications preferred
• Able to track and complete multiple concurrent requests
• Excellent coordination and communication skills
• Mindfulness and judgment to elevate client, internal or safety related issues
• Willingness to work when and where needed, generally between Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for office/computer-based work. Field-related activities will consist of approximately 10-20% of time and may have extended work hours requiring a moderate level of travel and potential short duration overnight stays (typically one night, but potentially additional nights could be required) and the occasional/rare night shifts based on the certain construction schedules of projects requiring sampling
• Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave