Environmental Technician at SYLVIS Environmental Services

We are growing our team and have an opportunity for an Environmental Technician to support our operational and consulting projects through hands-on fieldwork and office-based tasks across BC and Alberta. This role is ideal for a motivated, mechanically inclined self-starter who’s passionate about sustainability and eager to learn alongside experienced professionals while helping advance SYLVIS’s mission to Make Waste History.

Position:                Environmental Technician

Position Type:       Full Time

Location:               New Westminster, BC

Compensation:     $50,000-$65,000 per year, based on experience

About SYLVIS

SYLVIS is an established residuals management firm committed to providing industry-leading environmental consulting and operational services to a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We are a group of professionals pioneering innovative solutions to beneficially use residuals. Headquartered in Metro Vancouver, we have been Making Waste History for more than 35 years and foster an environment where curiosity and initiative are highly valued. SYLVIS is looking to expand its reach by growing across North America and is looking for employees that approach life with a desire to always learn, evolve, and grow.

Environmental Technician Position

The BC based Environmental Technician position is an opportunity to gain hands on experience in the environmental industry and learn alongside experienced professionals. Join a growing team who are passionate about the SYLVIS mission to Make Waste History through sustainable residuals management. The focus of the Environmental Technician role is to implement our operational and consulting project requirements both in the field and the office. You are a self-starter known for your organizational skills and work ethic. You are someone who enjoys time in the field (no matter the weather), is mechanically inclined, and keen to travel to project sites throughout BC and AB. If you are passionate about sustainability, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and value continuous improvement, you'll fit right in.

SYLVIS is also hiring a contract Seasonal Environmental Technician for spring 2026 (mid-April to August 28 with potential to extend). See separate job posting at www.sylvis.com/our-company/careers.

Functions and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conducting environmental monitoring and fieldwork, including site visits, sampling, and data collection
• Supervision of transport and operational site activities
• Travel to operational sites for 1-4 days at a time
• Adherence to safety system requirements, actively supporting a safe work culture
• Data entry and recordkeeping
• Spatial data management and map generation in ArcGIS and Google Earth
• Cleaning and maintaining sampling and field equipment
• Light field equipment operation such as pressure washers and gas/electric powered hand tools
• General labour and administrative activities to support project teams and company operations

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, plant science, soil science, agriculture, or a related discipline 
• Valid Canadian driver’s license

Skills and Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in environmental monitoring or consulting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Experience working independently in a field-based role
• Physically fit and able to complete repetitive tasks such as soil sampling
• Comfortable working outdoors and in adverse weather conditions
• Experience driving in off-road conditions
• Proficient with ArcGIS mapping software or willing to learn
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills
• Experience operating equipment such as gas-powered trimmers, mowers, and small tractors is an asset
• Experience operating or working around heavy equipment and/or on farms and mines is an asset
• Experience working with organic residuals such as manure, biosolids, or compost is an asset

Benefits

SYLVIS is committed to offering a competitive benefits package and fostering long-term employee satisfaction and retention. Benefits available to a permanent part time employee include:

• Profit Share: Annual program based on company performance
• Tech Perks: Laptop, cell phone and monthly plan to keep you connected
• Extended Healthcare Coverage: Dental, Vision, Prescriptions, Paramedical
• Insurance: Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Emergency Travel Medical Insurance
• Employee Wellness: Virtual healthcare and mental health concierge
• Healthcare Spending Account: $1,000 per year
• Lifestyle Wellness Account: $400 per year
• Field Gear Allowance: Up to $475 per year for work gear
• Professional Growth: Training opportunities, and dues reimbursement for a relevant professional designation
• Paid Time Off: Three weeks paid vacation to start plus 13 paid statutory holidays
• Fun and Supportive Environment: Participate in social activities and celebration of achievements

To Apply for the Environmental Technician Position

Submit a resume and cover letter via our website at www.sylvis.com/our-company/careers. In your cover letter for the Metro Vancouver based Environmental Technician role, please highlight your interest in working for a firm that specializes in residuals management and a response to the following questions:

• What key skills will you bring to SYLVIS?
• What skills would you like to gain and develop working at SYLVIS?

We are looking to fill this position for a mid-April 2026 start. Applications will be open until January 30. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.