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BluMetric Environmental

Environmental consulting and water technology solutions

Field Technician

Environmental SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontreal, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A college diploma in environmental technology or environmental technologist studies is required.
  • A valid driver's licence and reliable transportation are required.
  • A valid driver's licence and experience driving a pickup truck with a trailer are required.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in French are required.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to ensure data accuracy are required.
  • The ability to correctly use field equipment and verify its calibration is required.
  • Autonomy and the ability to make decisions in stressful situations are required.
  • First aid and remote first aid training are required, or the willingness to obtain this training.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and statistical data processing is required.
  • Knowledge of health and safety requirements is required.
  • Willingness to work in variable, sometimes difficult, weather conditions and travel to remote locations is required.
  • Willingness to work away from home for periods of up to four consecutive weeks is required.

Responsibilities

  • Collect surface-water and groundwater samples for water-quality analysis.
  • Collect soil samples to assess soil quality and describe soil texture.
  • Write stratigraphic descriptions of soils and rocks.
  • Complete drilling logs for review by project managers.
  • Supervise drilling and the installation of monitoring and geotechnical wells.
  • Use field equipment to manually or continuously monitor groundwater levels in monitoring wells.
  • Organize and conduct aquifer tests, including pumping, slug, and pressure-response tests.
  • Install surface-water gauging stations, measure surface-water velocities, and define stream cross-sections.
  • Record field activities in a field notebook.
  • Review documentation and summarize field tasks.
  • Contribute to report writing.
  • Enter data and perform quality assurance and quality control.
  • Contribute to proposals and estimate budgets for field work.
  • Arrange rentals of appropriate equipment.
  • Calibrate field equipment and maintain an equipment register.
  • Accompany and coach junior colleagues in field activities when necessary.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Quebec environmental regulations, including the Environment Quality Act, the Intervention Guide for the Protection of Soils and the Rehabilitation of Contaminated Sites, and Directive 019 for the mining industry.
  • Bilingual ability in English.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS.

About the Company

BluMetric Environmental

Environmental consulting and water technology solutions

BluMetric Environmental delivers environmental consulting and water technology services to commercial and industrial clients, government, military, and mining sectors in Canada and globally. Its offerings span Environmental Engineering and Compliance, Site Assessment and Remediation, Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health and Safety, Water Resources, and WaterTech. WaterTech designs, builds, and maintains advanced water and wastewater systems, including repair and ongoing support. The company differentiates itself through its integrated, lifecycle approach to environmental and water solutions, a strong Canadian presence, and a focus on sustainable outcomes aligned with SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation for All). Its goal is to create long-term value for clients, partners, and communities by improving water quality, protecting natural and built environments, and ensuring compliant, safe operations.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Ottawa, Canada
Founded
1976

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