Junior Environmental Technician/Engineering Intern

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently seeking a Junior Environmental Technician/Engineering Intern (EIT) to join our team in either Burlington, or Oakville Ontario. The successful candidate will have a college diploma or university degree in a related field, be hands-on, mechanically inclined and enjoy working in the outdoors in all weather conditions. The role will be predominantly field activities and can include long hours and occasional evening and weekend work.   This is an opportunity to grow your career and work on challenging projects with a leading consultancy, engineering and project management firm.

The successful candidate will possess knowledge and experience associated with Phased Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Excess Soil Management, Remediation and Industrial Hygiene and associated technical skills as well as knowledge of applicable federal guidelines and provincial regulations.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail are essential.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Supervision of drilling operations for environmental investigations which will involve the installation of boreholes and monitoring wells, logging the boreholes, soil classification and collection of soil and bedrock samples, carrying out field testing using a variety of instruments, and prepare soil samples for laboratory analyses as required.
• Carry out groundwater sampling and monitoring programs involving the use field instruments/equipment (downhole data loggers, low flow sampling equipment and flow through meters to measure field parameters), and prepare groundwater samples for laboratory analyses as required.
• Perform a variety of field tests to determine soil classification and properties.
• Conducting building surveys for Designated Substances and Hazardous Materials.
• Assist with the compilation of field data, record keeping and coordination of work including communication through verbal and written correspondence.
• Assist with the preparation of Phase I / II ESAs, ground water monitoring, remediation and Designated Substances and Hazardous Materials Survey reports and proposals.
• Collaborate with other Wood environmental staff on projects. 

Skills / Qualifications

• You have a college diploma in environmental filed or University degree in geotechnical, geological, civil and environmental engineering programs which have included studies in one or more of soils, geology, hydrogeology, environmental site assessment and site remediation.
• Eligible for licensure in Ontario, is preferred;
• You have 0-3 years of related work experience.
• You have excellent analytical skills and, written and oral communication (English) skills.
• You have a desire to provide excellent practical client service and a commitment to technical excellence.
• You are available to work overtime, if necessary.
• You have a valid driver’s license and vehicle appropriate for carrying field equipment.
• You are willing to travel (mostly within Southern Ontario, but with occasional remote northern or out of province projects).
• You have working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word and Excel).
• You enjoy and are capable of working in adverse weather conditions and working long, physically demanding and varied hours in remote locations.
• You’re able to lift 50 lbs, and conduct other physically strenuous tasks such as shoveling and hand augering, etc.
• You’re team-oriented, self-motivated and safety conscience with strong problem solving skills.
• You have experience working around heavy equipment is an asset.
• You are able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Having mechanical aptitude is an asset.
• You have the ability to work in a consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, teamwork skills, and meeting deadlines.
• You are familiar with relevant federal and provincial environmental regulations and programs.
• You have a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement (EEO)

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.