Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $37.60/hr, Max = $43.57/hr
Employment type: Temporary Contract
Duration of employment: 12 Months
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Kortright Center for Conservation
Division: Education and Training
Business unit: Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program
Travel: 20 %
Hybrid Work: No
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 January 23, 2026.
How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Technician, Environmental for the STEP team at TRCA is responsible for assisting in field logistics and supporting field teams working on various environmental programs and/or the monitoring, collection, analysis of environmental data.
The Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program (STEP) was established by TRCA in 2004. STEP is a multi-agency initiative developed to support broader implementation of sustainable technologies and practices within a Canadian context. STEP works to achieve this overarching objective by:
Carrying out research, monitoring and evaluation of clean water and low carbon technologies;
Assessing technology implementation barriers and opportunities;
Developing supporting tools, guidelines and policies;
Delivering education and training programs;
Advocating for effective sustainable technologies; and
Collaborating with academic and industry partners through our Living Labs and other initiatives.
Major Responsibilities:
Collects monitoring data at STEP monitoring projects. This involves, but is not limited to:
Installation, operation, and maintenance of field monitoring equipment including field and lab calibrations
Collection and processing of monitoring data and performing field level QA/QC on data
Communicates with product vendors to ensure that each monitoring device is properly installed in the larger monitoring system.
Responsible for assembling, installing, and managing data acquisition hardware and data collection for various environmental sites and buildings.
Provides quality control of field records, data, and detailed technical assessments.
Conducts regular site visits, including initiating contact with private property owners and other stakeholders as required.
Assists with the coordination of materials, equipment and services as required.
Participates safety meetings for site work including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
Ensures compliance with occupational health & safety policies and practices, and other TRCA policies, as applicable in various work environments.
Collects, organizes, and executes data collection including the collection and management of energy, temperature, flow, biological, water quality and/or hydrologic and/or data on other relevant environmental and building parameters.
Takes part in the construction and instrumentation of sustainable energy research projects and technology demonstrations.
Works in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
Assists in drafting technical reports, presentations, etc. under supervision
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
Post-secondary diploma or degree in Engineering, Physics, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license.
Experience
2+ years experience in performing the major responsibilities of the role.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
Sound data management skills; experience working with databases and GIS software
Sound communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with the team.
Experience interacting and connecting with persons of various social, cultural, or economic backgrounds; at ease with a variety of audiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate project status for various audiences.
Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating environment.
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Proficiency in MS Office suite, including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint); advanced MS Excel capabilities for analysis, data visualization.
Working knowledge of measurement instrumentation installation and maintenance.
Demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools for building and construction trades.
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.
Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
Provides unique TRCA Perks.
Provides flexible work arrangements.
Offers potential for career growth and advancement.
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 Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.
