Environmental Student

Responsibilities

What your day will look like

Field Work and Project Coordination

• Coordinate and complete field programs for contaminated sites projects, including Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments, hydrogeological investigations, soil / groundwater / surface water / sediment / soil vapour sampling programs, and contaminated site remediation projects.
• Complete documentation of field activities, site health and safety meetings, among others in paper and digital formats (as required).
• Coordination with laboratories, clients, subcontractors, third-party stakeholders.
• Compilation and analysis of data.
• Assistance in report writing and preparation of technical memos, letters, reports spreadsheets and figures, proposals.
• Assistance in supporting environmental assessment reports, including : data tables, borehole logs, test pit logs, GIS / CAD, etc..
• Assistance with project managers and other team members, including geoscientists, biologists, engineers, planners, and environmental scientists.
• Coordination and management of project tasks, budgets and schedules.
• Compliance with applicable health and safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to work remotely for weeks at a time.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to work alone in the field with guided direction or partial supervision.

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed

• Working towards an Environmental / Civil Engineering degree / diploma, a degree in environmental sciences, or a related environmental field.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Strong work ethic with genuine interest in environmental programs and field work.
• Comfortable with use and operation of a 4X4 truck in an off-road environment.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Experience

• Knowledge in several of the following : geology, hydrogeology, field procedures, basic chemistry, contracting / construction, chemistry, geotechnical concerns, geology, hydrogeology, remediation engineering, site characterization, waste management, landfill design, health and safety will be considered an asset.
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts outdoors in a wilderness environment in various types of weather.
• Experience working around heavy equipment, including drill rigs and excavators;
• Experience with operating 4X4 trucks and driving long distances.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to travel by boat long distances.
• Ability to lead and direct a small crew of contractors.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated abilities to work in a multidisciplinary team and independently.
• Knowledge of relevant provincial, and federal environmental legislation and policies will be considered an asset.
• Experience in AUTOCAD, GIS, Surfer, GINT or database abilities will be an asset.

Training provided :

• Hydrogeological Studies.
• Environmental Site Assessments.
• Monitoring Programs.
• Site Remediation.

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results.

We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.

We live our core values :

• Reliability : words result in actions that build trust.
• Achievement : do the work to hit the target.
• Continuous development : always learning; always adapting; always growing.
• Creativity : discover new possibilities.
• Courage : do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard.
• Inclusiveness : enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.
30+ days ago