Technician, Environmental (Wildlife)

Position Details:

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $36.68/hr, Max = $42.51/hr

Employment type: Temporary Contract

Duration of employment: 12 months

Hours of work: 40 hrs/week

Work location: Multiple work locations (Boyd and Restoration Services Centre)

Division: Restoration & Infrastructure

Business unit: Ecosystem Management

Travel: 75%

Remote Work: None

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF or Word file prior to 11:59 pm on December 15, 2024.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Technician, Environmental (Wildlife) is responsible for implementing TRCA’s wildlife programs within the GTA. Wildlife programs include the Canada Goose Management program, design and implementation of species at risk habitats, construction and installation of essential wildlife habitats, including nesting/roosting boxes, colonial waterbird habitat management, as well as beaver habitat mitigation. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains equipment (trailers, boats etc.) and troubleshoots and problem solves equipment issues.
• Implements wildlife programs including Canada Goose and Mute Swan management; essential wildlife habitat creation, including species at risk; and beaver conflict mitigation.
• Ensures quality control measures are included into all areas of work.
• Assists with the coordination of materials, equipment and services as required.
• Participates in daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
• Ensures compliance with occupational health & safety policies and practices, and other TRCA policies, as applicable in various work environments.
• Provides technical expertise on wildlife habitat and management, southern Ontario fauna, including species at risk, natural cover restoration and management projects including restoration plan interpretation, safe access, etc.
• Incumbents may also be assigned other duties.

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Ecology, or a related field
• Valid Ontario Class G driver's license

Experience

• 2+ years experience working on wildlife programs or ecological restoration or management
• 2+ years of boating experience, including trailering

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Highway Traffic Act (Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7, Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR))
• Knowledge of Species at Risk in Ontario
• Knowledge of and experience operating and maintaining equipment including boats and trailers and small toolsSound data management skills; experience working with databases and GIS software
• Sound communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with the team
• Experience interacting and connecting with persons of various social, cultural, or economic backgrounds; at ease with a variety of audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate project status for various audiences.
• Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating environment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint); advanced MS Excel capabilities for analysis, data visualization

What TRCA has to offer you:

As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare). 

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work arrangements.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 101 Exchange Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5R6, (437) 880 2308.