THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tetra Tech is adding a Environmental Monitoring Technician to our Environment and Water team based in Vancouver, BC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in Environmental or Biological Sciences (technical diploma) and professional registration (Applied Biology Technician) in BC required, or candidate would meet requirements to apply for In-Training or full credential status.
• Environmental Monitoring and/or Environmental Consulting experience of between 1 to 4 years desired.
• Familiarity with BC specific environmental legislation and regulations is an asset.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and must provide a current drivers abstract. Suitable candidate must be comfortable driving to various locations around the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley or Vancouver Island.
• Experience with standard water quality monitoring or sampling equipment and data collection is an asset.
• Requires valid First Aid Certificate.
• Must be physically capable of working on undeveloped and/or challenging sites, around heavy equipment and in variable weather conditions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, practicing safe work methods.
• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication for working with a Contractor.

• Conducting daily independent environmental monitoring of construction projects that may be urban projects, in-stream projects or other undeveloped sensitive environment locations. All monitoring will be conducted under the supervision of other team members.
• Work outside in varied weather conditions.
• Excellent attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and quickly to meet deadlines.
• Be punctual and able to start work early in the morning.
• Health and Safety for work at the project site.
• Willingness to work independently and in a team environment.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.