Field Staff, Development & Engineering Services

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $24.13/hr, Max = $27.97/hr
Employment type: Seasonal
Duration of employment: March to October 2026
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Earth Rangers
Division: Development & Engineering Services
Business unit: Watershed Planning & Ecosystem Science
Travel: None
Flexible Work Arrangements: None
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Seasonal Hire TRCA – 2026
Seasonal job opportunities are plentiful at TRCA. If you are looking for seasonal job openings, we can provide great opportunities and seasonal perks. To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon.
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 January 30, 2026.
By working at TRCA you will:
• Work outdoors during the spring and summer in beautiful natural areas.
• Gain valuable experience working at a conservation authority.
• Get a free Conservation Ontario annual pass.
• Get access to TRCA’s Reciprocal Program (discounts across various Ontario attractions).


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 environmental research, inventory and monitoring programs and projects.

Major Responsibilities:
• 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
• Use various types of monitoring equipment, including: boats; GPS units; hand-held water quality instruments (e.g., turbidity meter); water level, flow and temperature loggers/meters; and biological sampling equipment such as electrofisher units (backpack) and various types of nets
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 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


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 Conserv