Field Staff, Development & Engineering Services

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $24.73/hr, Max = $28.67/hr (April 1, 2026 rate)
Employment type: Temporary contract
Duration of employment: 8 months
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Earth Rangers
Division: Development & Engineering Services
Business unit: Watershed Planning and Ecosystem Science
Travel: 0%
Flexible Work Arrangements: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Seasonal Hire TRCA – 2026
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. Also, TRCA was recently recognized as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2026 and a Canada’s Greenest Employer for 2025.

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on April 10, 2026


How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
Field Staff, Development & Engineering Services are responsible for various field and lab operations, monitoring and data collection activities, routine maintenance work, and general construction duties in support of TRCA’s environmental research, inventory and monitoring programs and projects.

Major Responsibilities:
• Assists with benthic invertebrate sample processing and identification
• Assists with planning and preparation for seasonal field activities. Carries out monitoring and data collection activities in support of TRCA’s programs. Participates in surveying, utilizing environmental monitoring instruments and equipment
• Assists with fish and benthic invertebrates sampling, water quality data collection (e.g., collect water samples), sediment samples collection and other aquatic habitat data collection using standardized protocols
• Assists in wildlife and fish management activities such as goose counts, egg oiling and round-up for relocation, and sea lamprey counts and removal as part of sea lamprey trap operation
• Assists with field observations, data recording, and management and specimen collection
• Participates in daily safety meetings, including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning
• Assists with monitoring activities, including data entry and management, records management, data analysis, report writing, and other duties, as assigned
• Assists with environmental data QA/QC and entry/input

What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
• Minimum pursuing post-secondary diploma or degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field
• Valid Class G2 driver’s license

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
• The ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in a lab/field environment
• Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct)
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
• Under the guidance of their supervisor, prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to resolve issues
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation
• Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
• Minimum pursuing post-secondary diploma or degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field
• Valid Class G2 driver’s license
• Knowledge of local aquatic fauna species identification


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.
• Provide