ecological technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Noisy
• All weather conditions

Work setting

• Various locations
• Remote location
• General office
• Field location

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports
• Assist in conducting field research and surveys to collect data and samples
• Analyze data and prepare reports
• Conduct environmental monitoring and compliance activities for the protection of wildlife and other natural resources
• Conduct field research and surveys to collect data and samples
• Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
• Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations
• Monitor environmental non-compliance and required corrective actions
• Monitor air, water and soil quality

Experience and specialization

Resource usage and environmental studies

• Site remediation
• Environmental assessment

Analytical techniques

• Sampling

Area of work experience

• Specification or technical writing

Type of industry experience

• Water treatment and waste management
• Oil and Gas Well Sites

Area of specialization

• Environmental impact assessment
• Environmental protection

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance