Tervita is a leading North American environmental and energy services company. Our 4,500 dedicated employees partner with natural resource and industrial companies who share our values and work with them to create a sustainable future. Safety is our highest priority: it influences our actions, guides our decisions and shapes our culture. We maintain a strategically located network of more than 95 state-of-the-art waste management facilities and a fleet of specialized equipment and assets to help customers address production and operational waste challenges. Our highly effective, convenient and environmentally sound solutions help minimize environmental impact and maximize returns. 

A privately-held company, we’ve been known for the past 25 years by the brands of our founding companies: CCS, Hazco, Beck, Concord and others. By joining together our individual expertise, experience, assets and services, we will be uniquely positioned to develop integrated project management solutions and provide customers easier access to our broad range of comprehensive services.

Position Summary:

Due to continued growth TERVITA Waste Management is currently looking for a Field Services Technician to join our Fort McMurray,AB team. The Field Service Technician is primarily responsible in providing technical assistance and on-site services for all aspects of waste services. Additionally the Field Service Technician will also be an active contributing member of our Emergency Response Team.

Responsibilities:

• Attend safety meetings
• Abide by TERVITA's Occupational Health and Safety Program
• Communicate all safety concerns with Field Supervisors
• Sample / test waste to determine transportation, packing and / or disposal requirements
• Ensure waste is identified and disposed of in accordance to regulatory bodies
• Complete appropriate manifest / paperwork to support the waste pick up
• Evaluate customer need and communicate it back to the appropriate Sales Representatives
• Inventory and identify miscellaneous waste inventories
• Respond to and support all Emergency Response work
• Provide facility support and process work if required

Qualifications:

Technical:

• Technical Diploma or Degree in a Science or an Environmental related discipline or demonstrated competency
• Minimum one year work experience in the Waste Services division or comparable industry work experience
• Valid and current Class 5 Driver’s License
• Must be willing and able to work through difficult weather conditions and challenging work site environments
• Must be willing and able to work on flexible shifts, long hours, weekends and travel away from home as business demands
• An understanding of the environmental industry, as well as clients, suppliers and competitors in the waste management sector
• Technical and regulatory knowledge with respect to the waste services industry
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, shoveling, moving containers and other heavy materials
• Good computer skills with ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Windows
• Fit-for-Work each day

Interpersonal: 

• Ability to communicate effectively and express thoughts and ideas in a clear and concise manner
• Good time management skills and ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in an unsupervised environment
• Good listening skills along with ability to accept and follow direction
• Ability to multi-task, assess situations and prioritize tasks accordingly

For more information or to apply online, please visit tervita.com

Tervita Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, citizenship status, the basis of genetic information or any other group protected by Federal or Provincial law or local ordinance.

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