Field Staff, Development & Engineering Services

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $24.73/hr, Max = $28.67/hr
Employment type: Temporary contract
Duration of employment: 6 Months
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Earth Rangers
Division: Development & Engineering Services
Business unit: Aquatic Monitoring and Management
Travel: 10%
Flexible Work Arrangements: 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. 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 23, 2026.


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

Major Responsibilities:
• 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 in the installation and, maintains and calibrates gauges at Water Quality Monitoring Sites
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Performs routine maintenance and calibration of monitoring equipment
• Assists with activities involving the installation, operation and maintenance of environmental monitoring equipment and sampling gear
• Assists with activities involving the installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental monitoring equipment
• Can include conducting surveys on or near roads

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
• Will be required to successful complete internal training/certification including but not limited to confined space, Swift Water Rescue 1 certification, Chainsaw Operator’s License etc.


Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
• The ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in a 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
• Ability to work safely in, on, and around water, including use of watercraft


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, a