CAREERS Environmental Technician Corporate Profile: Hemmera is a progressive consulting firm that provides professional services and specialized expertise in environmental planning, science, engineering and management. Since its establishment in 1994, Hemmera has grown into a highly respected multi-disciplinary company with over ninety-five staff members. The firm has primary office locations in Vancouver and Victoria, and a strong project presence across British Columbia, Alberta and Manitoba. Hemmera is focused on supporting our clients and partners in addressing environmental challenges, and creating opportunities for growth and sustainable development. By striving to provide the best service to our clients, Hemmera has had the opportunity to take on increasingly challenging projects, add to our existing roster of exceptional professionals, contribute to the technical, scientific, and regulatory environments within which we work, and give back to the communities in which we live. Description: We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent technical and interpersonal skills to work with our talented team in delivering outstanding service to our clients. The primary focus of this position will be to assist intermediate field staff and senior project managers with 'contaminated sites' related projects. Desired Experience / Qualifications: Experience/knowledge of the Stage 1 and 2 Preliminary Sites Investigations process within British Columbia (experience completing Stage 1's and/or Stage 2 PSI's is preferred) Experience/knowledge in groundwater sampling techniques including bailers, waterra and low-flow sampling Experience/knowledge in borehole / monitoring well installation, soil stratigraphy logging, soil sampling and monitoring well development Interest/experience working with heavy equipment (back-hoes, excavators) for the purpose of test-pitting and remedial excavations Working knowledge of the BC MWLAP Technical Guidance on Contaminated Sites # 1 Working knowledge of the BC Contaminated Sites Regulation (CSR) Soil and Groundwater Standards and the CCME Guidelines Position requirements: Willingness to work with intermediate staff and within the project team on various projects of differing complexity Willingness and ability to work effectively with environmental subcontractors Willingness to work outside in adverse weather conditions for potentially long periods at a time Willingness to travel and work in potentially remote locations Post-secondary education in environmental science, environmental engineering, or equivalent Knowledge/experience working with computers and various programs (Word, Excel, Winlog) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational abilities Location/Working Conditions: The successful candidates will be based in our Vancouver office, but will be working with contaminated sites related projects across the Lower Mainland and potentially across BC and AB. The position will involve approximately 25% office work and 75% field work. Deadline: Actively searching for the right candidate. How to Apply: Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to: opportunities@hemmera.com. We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants; however, only selected individuals will be contacted for interviews. For More Opportunities: Click Here for Career Page.