Senior Field Technician

at  Stantec

DESCRIPTION

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS

• An experienced senior professional who consistently applies advanced practical knowledge to deliver results.
• Solid understanding of all phases of engineering or soil sciences document production
• Knowledge of sampling techniques (soil, groundwater, surface water), as well as testing/sampling protocols
• Knowledge of technical specifications, GIS mapping and analysis
• Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required)
• Strong documentation, note-taking skills, attention to detail.
• Ability to check work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to take initiative and direct sub-contractors, drive investigations and remediation programs.
• Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner, both in writing and in person, with clients, employees, and visitors
• A strong affinity for teamwork and training/mentoring junior field staff is also essential for this position.
• Candidates should include list of valid health and safety certificates on their resume, such as any first aid and CPR training, off-road vehicle training, ground disturbance training, and any other current courses.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience in contaminated sites, delivering outstanding technical solutions on projects in Saskatchewan is required.
• Valid driver’s license and drivers abstract required.
  Typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.
  This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
  Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
  Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
  Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
  The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
  Primary Location : Canada-Saskatchewan-Regina
  Other Locations : Canada-Saskatchewan-Saskatoon
  Organization : BC-1114 EnvSvcs-CA Prairies & Territories
  Employee Status : Regular
  Job Level : Entry Level
  Travel : Yes, 75 % of the Time
  Schedule : Full-time
  Job Posting : Apr 3, 2024, 4:11:55 PM
  Req ID: 240001HL
  Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

• Actively participating in promoting a strong health and safety culture in the team
• Perform field work as directed including supporting and conducting site assessments (Phase I ESA, Phase II ESA)
• Provide mentorship and training to more junior field staff.
• Support remediation projects (including both in-situ and ex-situ remediation programs)
• Support Emergency Spill Response Projects and support Environmental Management Team with tasks including environmental monitoring on projects.
• Conduct both groundwater and surface water sampling along with drilling programs, soil logging and sampling.
• Assist with basic environmental assessment duties on projects of various complexity.
• Assist with onsite construction observation, contractor coordination, and daily inspection reports.
• Able to liaise between clients, contractors, municipal officials and third parties on-site.