Environmental, Ecology and Geomatics 2027 Summer Jobs

Job summary

Technicians will conduct extensive field work including stream and aquatic habitat inventories, wetland projects, and ecological restoration tasks. They will also utilize drone technology for mapping and spatial data collection to support environmental construction projects.

Job details

Environmental, Ecology, Forestry, Survey and Geomatics 2027 Summer Jobs Open Summer Job Positions We are currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team as field technicians based out of our Whitecourt office. These positions are for the 2027 summer term, a practicum work term and with the potential for permanent full-time permanent employment pending a successful summer season. The following positions are available: Creeks Technician: candidates will be familiar with watercourse inventory and sampling techniques. Project tasks will consist of extensive field work conducting stream inventories, aquatic habitat inventory, and roadway watercourse crossing inspections. Creek technicians will also be utilized for ecology and wetland projects as the need arises. Restoration Technician: project duties include participation in seasonally active programs with extensive field work consisting of data collection, and site prescriptions. Field work is conducted to support operational creek crossing restoration activities and linear restoration of caribou habitat. Knowledge of lotic ecosystems, fish identification, and ecosite classification are an asset. Survey and Geomatics Technician: this position is focused on variable sensor payload drone imagery, surveying, mapping and planning for environmental and ecological restoration projects. This data is used for the design of ecological restoration construction projects and to aid in the development of spatial solutions for our clients. About us Woodlands North Inc. (2000) has become a leader among environmental and ecological restoration professionals. Woodlands specializes in environmental inventory and spatial analysis to achieve comprehensive ecological restoration objectives and regulatory compliance. With offices in Edmonton and Whitecourt, and operations throughout the province of Alberta, Woodlands is growing our proud team of professionals to provide our customers with innovative technologies and working solutions. All work positions are vital for our safe operations, delivering value to our clients and maintaining our leadership position in environmental and ecological restoration services. Position Requirements Project work is remote, team based, safety driven with travel throughout the Province. Candidates need to be adaptable and willing to accept the challenges and rewards of working long days outside in remote areas. Applicants will be given priority with the following qualifications: Current enrollment or recent completion of a Degree or Technical Diploma in Environmental, Earth Science, Forestry, Biology, Engineering, Geomatics or Surveying. A knowledge of Alberta’s aquatic, wetland and forest ecosystems. Valid class five driver’s license with a clean abstract and valid safety training in H2S Alive, Standard First Aid, defensive driving, WHMIS/GHS, ground disturbance and ATV operation. Prior field work experience. These positions require strong written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must provide a valid class five driver’s license with a clean abstract. Shift work applies to all projects. Apply Now Salary is competitive based on level of experience and education. Applicants are to submit a cover letter with a resume in a MS Word or .pdf format. Only suitable applicants will be contacted. For more information visit www.woodlandsnorth.co

What you’ll do

Technicians will conduct extensive field work including stream and aquatic habitat inventories, wetland projects, and ecological restoration tasks. They will also utilize drone technology for mapping and spatial data collection to support environmental construction projects.

Requirements

Candidates should be enrolled in or have recently completed a degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Forestry, Biology, or a related field. A valid class five driver's license and relevant safety certifications such as H2S Alive and First Aid are required.

Listed skills

• Mapping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Watercourse inventory
• Sampling techniques
• Aquatic habitat inventory
• Stream inventories
• Wetland projects
• Data collection
• Ecosite classification
• Fish identification
• Drone imagery
• Surveying
• Mapping
• Spatial analysis
• Environmental restoration
• Ecological restoration
• Field work
• Technical communication
• Ecological Restoration
• Valid Driver's License
• Shift Work
• Planning
• Forest Ecology
• Microsoft Word
• First Aid
• Biology
• Regulatory Compliance
• Defensive Driving
• Ecology
• Ecosystem Science
• Forestry
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Medical Prescription
• Operations
• Safety Training
• Spatial Analysis
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Trades
• Unclassified
• Environmental Technician
• Life Science Technicians (excluding Medical)
• Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

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