Job Title
Environmental Control Technologist
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Job ID
309890
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
 
 
 
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
 
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 
 
As an Environmental Control Technologist you will provide environmental control support to both active and closed City of Calgary owned landfill sites. Primary duties include:
  • Implement and execute industrial waste and clean fill control systems and conduct initial waste evaluation and waste pre-screening.
  • Conduct site audits of waste generators and/or facilities.
  • Process monitoring of the industrial liquids handling facility at Shepard Waste Management Facility.
  • Complete environmental compliance monitoring, including groundwater, stormwater, soil vapour, and leachate sampling.
  • Provide advice on managing and/or recycling industrial and hazardous wastes to the public, commercial waste generators, and internal customers.
  • Manage and maintain documentation and records required by provincial and federal legislation and by the Landfill Operating Approvals issued by the Government of Alberta.
  • Develop and deliver environmental training to other employees within Waste and Recycling Services.
 
Qualifications 
  • A completed 2 year diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, or a related field with at least 5 years of related experience in environmental compliance monitoring and solid waste management. 
  • A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits, or a Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, with no current suspensions, and no charges pending. 
  • Experience must also include industrial and hazardous waste characterization/management, environmental and waste sampling. 
  • Knowledge of environmental science regulations and legislation would be considered assets. 
  • You have exceptional communication skills accompanied by strong customer focus. 
  • You also have well-developed problem-solving abilities and analytical skills. 
 
Pre-employment Requirements 
  • Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit. 
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. 
 
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
 
 
 
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Waste and Recycling Services
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months)
Location: 480 36 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 11 $42.09 - 56.27 per hour 
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External 
Apply By: May 28, 2024
 
Job ID #: 309890