AM - Source - Senior Field Technician
- Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Department: Source
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Sherbrooke, QC
Reporting To: Mason Sakshaug
Compensation: CA$90,000 - CA$130,000 / year
Description
RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what’s possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.
We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle. Here’s what this looks like:
Position
RWDI is seeking a Senior Field Technician – Source Emissions to direct and execute complex source testing projects across various industrial sectors. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with leadership and client-facing responsibilities. You will oversee field testing programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor junior technicians, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and data integrity. This posting represents a currently available role.
Key Responsibilities
This Role Includes But Is Not Limited To
We are accepting applications from candidates with the following qualifications:
What We Offer
RWDI does not use artificial intelligence tools in our screening or assessment process. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.
RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process.
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Sherbrooke, QC
Reporting To: Mason Sakshaug
Compensation: CA$90,000 - CA$130,000 / year
Description
RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what’s possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.
We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle. Here’s what this looks like:
- You push the boundaries of what’s possible.
- People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments.
- You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone.
Position
RWDI is seeking a Senior Field Technician – Source Emissions to direct and execute complex source testing projects across various industrial sectors. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with leadership and client-facing responsibilities. You will oversee field testing programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor junior technicians, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and data integrity. This posting represents a currently available role.
Key Responsibilities
This Role Includes But Is Not Limited To
- Lead and perform on-site stack testing and source emissions monitoring in accordance with federal and regional regulatory methods (e.g., EPA Reference Methods, ECCC).
- Plan and manage field deployments, including crew logistics, equipment preparation, and safety procedures.
- Analyze collected data and ensure QA/QC protocols are strictly followed throughout testing and reporting processes.
- Serve as a technical liaison with clients, regulators, and internal teams to communicate project scope, progress, and findings.
- Train, mentor, and supervise junior field technicians and new team members.
- Troubleshoot and maintain analytical and sampling skills equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Support project scoping, scheduling, and budgeting in collaboration with project managers and senior leadership.
- Keep current with evolving environmental regulations and industry best practices, proactively adapting procedures and technologies.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, including regulatory documentation, emissions data summaries, and field observations.
We are accepting applications from candidates with the following qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in Environmental Technology, Engineering, Chemistry or a related field is an asset
- A minimum of 5-years’ experience working in the Air Quality Testing field
- Practical expertise In OSTC and EPA Source testing methodologies
- Strong computer and analytical technical “hands-on” skills
- An aptitude for practical problem-solving
- Field/site experience is a definite asset
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong people and team skills as well as being highly motivated
- An ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with no supervision
- Exceptional organizational capabilities, coordination, and consultation skills
- Willingness to travel, and work outdoors including working long hours, evenings, and weekends
- Collect samples at locations that may require working at heights and outdoors in all weather conditions
What We Offer
- Salary: $90,000.00 - 130,000.00 depending on experience
- Comprehensive Health Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Travel perks and adventure opportunities
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
- Learning Spending Account
- RRSP Matching
- Fitness Allowance
- Performance Bonus
RWDI does not use artificial intelligence tools in our screening or assessment process. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.
RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead and conduct source emissions and stack testing projects, managing field deployments, safety, equipment, data quality, and regulatory compliance. Communicate with clients and regulators, mentor junior technicians, support project planning and budgets, and prepare technical reports.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least five years of air quality testing experience and practical expertise in OSTC and EPA source testing methodologies; post-secondary education in environmental technology, engineering, chemistry, or a related field is an asset. Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel and work outdoors in varied conditions are expected.
Skills
- Stack Testing
- Source Emissions Monitoring
- EPA Reference Methods
- ECCC Regulatory Methods
- Field Testing
- Data Analysis
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Technical Reporting
- Equipment Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Project Planning
- Crew Coordination
- Safety Procedures
- Client Communication
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring and Training
- Environmental Regulatory Compliance
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Benefits
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Travel Perks
- Supportive and Inclusive Workplace Culture
- Learning Spending Account
- RRSP Matching
- Fitness Allowance
- Performance Bonus
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Hiring contact
Mason Sakshaug
Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Engineering
- Science & Research
- Management & Leadership
- Consulting
Keywords
- Air Quality Testing
- Source Emissions
- Stack Testing
- OSTC
- EPA Reference Methods
- ECCC
- Environmental Regulations
- Emissions Monitoring
- Field Testing
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Data Analysis
- Technical Reporting
- Sampling Equipment
- Analytical Equipment
- Safety Procedures
- Project Scoping
- Project Scheduling
- Project Budgeting
- Crew Logistics
- Regulatory Compliance
- Environmental Technology
- Engineering
- Chemistry
- Client Liaison
- Field Deployments