Environmental Scientists/Field Technicians – Saskatchewan Based

Parsons Corporation•Regina, SK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a talented Environmental Field Technician/Scientist based out of Saskatchewan to join their Winnipeg team. This role involves working independently and with contractors to perform monitoring, sampling, and site investigations, primarily at active and vacant downstream oil & gas properties. The position requires applying basic scientific principles and fundamental theories, researching background data, conducting groundwater and soil sampling, operating field monitoring equipment, supervising contractors, completing field documentation, and collaborating with project coordinators/managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The role also involves reviewing and analyzing collected data, and potentially mentoring junior staff. A significant portion of the work (approximately 90%) will involve out-of-town travel and overnight stays, with weekend and evening work also required. Willingness to travel and/or relocate to field sites is expected, along with performing other responsibilities such as technical report writing.

Requirements

Degree/Diploma in a curriculum related to the assigned discipline (i.e. science, civil, environmental, chemical, geological engineering or similar programs).
Must be able to take prime responsibility for the execution of the work.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Should be able-bodied as the work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; lifting; recurring bending or similar activities.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (i.e. hot, cold, rain and snow).
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Strong attention to detail, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
Valid class 5 drivers license.
Willingness to travel for extended periods of time throughout Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and NWT, including remote work locations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on downstream oil & gas sites would be considered an asset.
1+ years of relevant experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs various field and office tasks requiring the application of basic scientific principles and fundamental theories.
Researches and compiles background data in support of an environmental project.
Monitoring and groundwater sampling utilizing a wide variety of equipment.
Execute field operations with a focus on safety, efficiency and compliance with procedures.
Operation of various types of field monitoring equipment (e.g. GPS, data loggers, survey level, combustible gas meters, etc.).
Soil sampling during drilling, test pitting and excavation activities.
Supervision of drillers and other contractors.
Completion of field documentation such as job safety analysis (JSA) forms, project field reports, field notes, monitoring and chain-of-custody forms.
Work with project coordinators/managers, using interpersonal and organizational skills to ensure projects are completed on time and budget.
Reviews and analyzes data collected in environmental sampling programs.
Over time, the field supervisor would also mentor and provide technical support to more junior field staff, as required.
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate such as technical report writing.