Junior Environmental Technician

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

We currently have three openings for talented and ambitious Junior Environmental Technicians within our Calgary/Edmonton Offices. In this role, your main task will be to perform as a field assistant, however there may be some potential office related task. Field assistant tasks include assisting with field program planning, data collection & analysis, and technical reporting for a variety of field programs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• As a field technician you may be involved in a range of field programs including, but not limited to conducting biophysical field surveys in accordance with provincial species detection protocols (e.g., rare plant and/or various wildlife surveys)

• Conducting pre-construction surveys for nesting migratory birds, as well as for wildlife and plant species at risk

• Conducting environmental assessments such as fisheries assessment, aquatic ecosystem studies, wetland delineation/classification, vegetation surveys

• Supporting and assisting in the development of federal and provincial regulatory permits

• Completing office tasks such as data management, analysis and interpretation, report preparation (e.g., As-Builts), and other general tasks

• Complying with health and safety and quality management protocols

• Interacting and communicating effectively with mentors, multi-disciplinary teams, regulators, clients, subconsultants, and contractors

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Knowledge of biophysical and/or preconstruction survey types

• Experience with wildlife and/or plant identification is considered an asset

• Familiarity with or understanding of the Wildlife Regulations Act

• Basic understanding of federal and provincial environmental assessment legislation

• Willingness to travel and work outdoors

• Technical writing and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ownership and initiative

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of Indigenous cultural, historical, and political context in Canada

• Well-developed computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word

• Commitment to being away from home, staying in hotels or camps, working 12-hour days (including evenings and weekends) under a variety of conditions for 14 days at a time or longer

• During field work you are likely to be exposed to inclement weather and difficult terrain

• Excellent navigational skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve problems in the field

• Prioritize safety in all tasks

• Able to lift 50lbs and endure long days of physically and mentally challenging field work while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude.

• Valid Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract

• Additional skills such as current first aid training (OFA1), WHMIS, H2S Alive, UTV operator training, bird and plant identification, and mechanical aptitude are assets, but are not required

• May be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and maintain that status for the duration of employment based on specific client requirements

The successful candidate will primarily engage in field work, with occasional office-based tasks. Travel will be required for field work and may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 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.

Education and Experience

Degree (in progress or completed) in biology or conservation, environmental biology/technology, renewable resources, ecology, or environmental sciences.

Candidates eligible for registration with the College of Applied Biology as a Biologist in Training, Registered Biology Technologist in Training, or Applied Biology Technician in Training may be given preference.

Expected years of experience for this position is from 0 to 3 years.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, 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 | AB | Calgary
Organization: 1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta-Calgary AB
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 25/02/2026 09:02:51
Req ID: 1004559