Assistant Environmental Technician

Position Details:

Vacancies: 2

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $29.00/hr, Max = $33.61/hr

Employment type: Temporary Contract

Duration of employment: 12 months & 24 months

Hours of work: 35 hrs/week

Work location: Restoration Services Centre

Division: Restoration & Infrastructure

Business unit: Restoration and Resource Management

Travel: 25%

Remote Work: Yes

Existing Vacancy: Yes

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 March 6, 2025.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Assistant Environmental Technician is responsible for project support, inclusive of project coordination support, on ecological restoration and management projects. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Assists with the coordination of ecological restoration and management projects and programs including development of restoration plans, planting plans, invasive species. management plans, and forestry management plans.
• Assists with the coordination of restoration site assessments and preparation of technical reports in support of project communications and deliverables.
• Provides technical support in the planning, map development and development of planting and other restoration projects.
• Participates in daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning when on site as required.
• Provides administrative support on project start up, development and close out.
• Obtains locates, permits, and internal and external approvals as required.
• Prepares and provides status updates, project status and other relevant reports to the project team as well as relevant project stakeholders.
• Responsible for file management of documents and records (in both paper and electronic file formats).

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• College diploma in Environmental Sciences, Geomatics, Restoration Ecology or a related field
• Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license

Experience

• 1+ years of experience related to major tasks

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Able to comprehend documentation that is technical or scientific in nature, skilled in writing technical reports or manuals
• Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload and multiple deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to solve issues
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint; advanced MS Excel capabilities for analysis, data visualization
• Understanding of ArcGIS and other mapping software for the purposes of map development

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.