At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.
“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.
When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.
As an Environmental Data Technician (14-month contract), you will join our Environmental Data Services team. Candidates can be based in any Onterris office location, with remote work (within Canada) available for the right candidate.
The compensation range for this role is $24 to $35 an hour, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. This is a 14-month contract position.
To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
Using our internal databases, conduct water well searches for British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba
Provide water well licenses and water well drilling reports
Complete borehole, monitoring well, and geophysical logs
Sort and organize incoming data files and information/requests
Identify and correct errors on Chain of Custody’s (COCs), Notice of Sample Receipts (NOSRs), and lab reports to ensure correctness to Montrose standards and communicate changes to all parties concerned (lab, sampler, and/or Project Manager)
Liaise with laboratory for results
Enter and administrate collected wet chemistry field data into in-house database (EQuIS)
Input data from sources such as historical data from clients for new projects, public data, and published industry data
Troubleshoot and input laboratory electronic data deliverables (EDDs) into EQuIS
Complete both internal and laboratory data QA/QC and identify the impact of any failures on the quality of the
data
Build piezometer tables with well information from logs, surveys, and field notes
Process input data to create tables using the database
Provide guidance on the use and application of various Federal and Provincial environmental regulations and guidelines
Report and work with the Service Lead of Environmental Data Services and relevant Project Managers to resolve any data quality and interpretation issues
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related discipline
1-3 years of experience in a similar role
Intermediate to Expert level Microsoft Excel user
The following would be considered an asset:
Previous experience working with Earthsoft EQuIS or a similar environmental data management software
Experience with relational database management systems
Knowledge of both Provincial and Federal environmental regulations and guidelines
Interest and experience in project coordination and management
Demonstrates the energy and enthusiasm to support others and adapt to the evolving needs of a dynamic environment
This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill.
As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.
Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.
