Environmental Field Technician
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Baseline Water Resource Inc. (Baseline Water) is a Calgary based professional services company specializing in water resource management and environmental consulting. We are currently seeking a full-time Environmental Technician to assist with projects in Western Canada. This position is primarily field based with flexible work options (hybrid work environment).
Job Description:
- Conduct groundwater and soil sampling at oil and gas facilities, industrial well sites, and other commercial properties
- Conduct rising and falling head conductivity tests of environmental monitoring wells
- Provide geological oversight of water well drilling and completions
- Conduct constant rate pumping tests to assess water well yield potential
- Assist with private landowner water well tests and learn well systems through field mentorship
- Deploy remote telemetry systems, pressure transducers, flow meters, and other environmental monitoring devices
- Record field activity, input data, and assist with report compilation
Successful candidates should have the following qualifications and skills:
- Diploma or degree from a recognized institution in environmental science/technology, geology, hydrogeology, agrology, or water resource management
- One to two years of relevant work experience is an asset; however, new graduates are welcome to apply
- Exposure to hand tools, generators, environmental drilling rigs, carrying heavy equipment, and working in an industrial environment
- Willing to work flexible hours, travel, and undertake fieldwork throughout the year, sometimes on short notice
- Excellent communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Experience with common industry safety practices
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Must have legal authorization to work within Canada
Baseline Water offers an opportunity to advance your career in a workplace that fosters respect, quality, and collaboration. The work we do is interesting and diverse. Participation in client interactions, the regulatory process, and project management will provide a breadth of experience that exceeds other junior positions.
Baseline Water recognizes the professional development of motivated, forward-thinking candidates. This position offers:
- Flexible schedule within an accommodating work environment (hybrid/remote options)
- Mentorship and training program
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account
- Performance based bonus and share ownership opportunities
- All safety courses and personal protective equipment
Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@baselinewater.com. This position will remain open until the ideal team member is found. We thank all applicants; however, only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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Responsibilities
Conduct groundwater and soil sampling, environmental well conductivity tests, water well drilling oversight, and pumping tests at industrial and commercial sites. Deploy monitoring equipment, record field data, assist with reports, and support landowner testing and client-facing project work.
Requirements
A diploma or degree in environmental science or technology, geology, hydrogeology, agrology, or water resource management is required; one to two years of relevant experience is an asset, and new graduates are welcome. Candidates need a valid driver’s license, legal authorization to work in Canada, strong communication and computer skills, familiarity with safety practices, and willingness to travel and perform flexible, year-round fieldwork.
Skills
- Groundwater Sampling
- Soil Sampling
- Hydrogeology
- Water Well Testing
- Conductivity Testing
- Pumping Tests
- Geological Oversight
- Environmental Monitoring
- Telemetry Systems
- Pressure Transducers
- Flow Meters
- Field Data Recording
- Report Compilation
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
Benefits
- Health Spending Account
- Performance-Based Bonus
- Share Ownership Opportunities
- Safety Courses
- Personal Protective Equipment
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Science & Research
- Engineering
- Energy
- Consulting
Keywords
- Groundwater Sampling
- Soil Sampling
- Environmental Monitoring Wells
- Rising And Falling Head Conductivity Tests
- Water Well Drilling
- Well Completions
- Constant Rate Pumping Tests
- Water Well Yield Assessment
- Private Landowner Water Well Testing
- Remote Telemetry Systems
- Pressure Transducers
- Flow Meters
- Environmental Monitoring Devices
- Field Data Recording
- Report Compilation
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Hydrogeology
- Agrology
- Water Resource Management
- Hand Tools
- Generators
- Environmental Drilling Rigs
- Industrial Safety Practices
- Microsoft Office
- Valid Driver’s License
- Fieldwork
- Client Interactions
- Regulatory Process
- Project Management