Intermediate Field Technician – Hydrometrics & Environmental Science – Swiftwater Consulting
Contact – Dave Banns (
[email protected])
Are you an experience Field Technician a passion for the outdoors, a thirst for adventure, and a drive to make a real impact in water resource management? If you're looking to continue your career in a role that blends technical rigor with boots-on-the-ground fieldwork, we want to hear from you.
About Swiftwater Consulting
Founded in 2017, Swiftwater Consulting has rapidly become one of British Columbia’s most sought-after water resource engineering firms, particularly within the mining sector. Their mission is simple yet profound: to understand water and its critical role in the success and sustainability of industrial and environmental projects.
With a team that has supported projects across nearly every continent and climate zone, Swiftwater Consulting is the embodiment of technical excellence, scientific curiosity, and a relentless commitment to quality. They are proud to support the advancement of hydrology and to help clients move their projects forward with confidence.
Swiftwater Consulting Core Practice Areas:
Hydrometric & Climate Monitoring Services
- Hydrologic Analyses & Hydrotechnical Design
- Water & Air Quality Monitoring
- GIS & Hydroinformatics
- Aerial, Ground & Aquatic Surveying
- Mining-Specific Hydrology Studies
- Climate Change Assessments
- Ancillary Environmental Services
Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Intermediate or Senior Field Technician to join our client’s engineering and environmental field services team. This position supports a wide range of mining, hydroelectric, infrastructure, and environmental monitoring projects throughout British Columbia and beyond. Based in Vancouver, the successful candidate will be responsible for collecting high-quality environmental, hydrometric, and climate data, maintaining monitoring equipment, and supporting environmental compliance and scientific investigations in remote and challenging field environments.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the wilderness, enjoys hiking and remote travel, and is eager to build a career in water resources. You’ll be based in their downtown Vancouver office when not in the field and expected to spend a significant amount of time in some of the most stunning and rugged landscapes in Western Canada—and beyond.
Some of your duties include:
- Conduct hydrometric field monitoring including streamflow measurements, water level monitoring, and discharge measurements.
- Install, operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain hydrometric instrumentation, including water level loggers, telemetry systems, pressure transducers, and meteorological stations.
- Perform environmental monitoring including:
- Surface water sampling
- Groundwater monitoring
- Water quality measurements
- Sediment sampling
- Environmental inspections
- Collect, document, and manage field data in accordance with project protocols and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures.
- Prepare field notes, site documentation, photographs, and technical summaries.
- Assist with the installation and maintenance of environmental monitoring infrastructure in remote locations.
- Support construction and operational monitoring programs for mining and hydroelectric facilities.
- Work safely around rivers, lakes, reservoirs, construction sites, and industrial operations.
- Operate ATVs, UTVs, boats, snowmobiles, and 4x4 vehicles where required.
- Assist senior scientists, engineers, and project managers with field investigations and monitoring programs.
- Participate in environmental baseline studies, compliance monitoring, and emergency response activities when required.
- Maintain field equipment, vehicles, and inventories.
- Adhere to company safety policies, client requirements, and provincial and federal regulations.
Travel Requirements
This position requires frequent travel throughout British Columbia, including remote mining sites, hydroelectric facilities, and environmental monitoring locations. Adapting to varying work environments is a crucial skill. Overnight travel and extended periods away from home are expected. Candidates should enjoy working in diverse outdoor environments and be comfortable adapting to changing project schedules.
What the successful candidate will bring:
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Geography, Earth Sciences, Natural Resources, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
- 3–7 years of relevant field experience, with a focus on hydrometrics, environmental monitoring, or natural resource projects.
- Experience working on mining, hydroelectric, infrastructure, or environmental consulting projects is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with hydrometric standards and field measurement techniques.
- Experience using environmental monitoring equipment and field instrumentation.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management software; experience with GIS and data analysis software is an asset.
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights (up to 30 ft), and endure long field days (up to 12 hours)
- Willingness to travel frequently and work in remote, rugged environments
- Working extended shifts, overtime, and rotational schedules if required.
- Passion for water, nature, and environmental stewardship
- Training & Certifications (or willingness to obtain)
- First Aid, Swiftwater Rescue, Fall Protection, Ice Rescue
- Basic Drone Pilot & Boat Operator certifications
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification an asset
In return, you can expect:
- Base Salary between $95,000 - $105,000 depending on experience. Those with higher expectations and experience may also be considered
- Performance bonuses, RRSP and OT
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development is company funded and encouraged
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for international project work
- Diverse and challenging field projects across British Columbia.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement
- The opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental monitoring and sustainable resource development projects
- A collaborative, technically focused team that values curiosity, integrity, and adventure
If you are passionate about field science, enjoy working outdoors, and are looking to build a career supporting some of British Columbia's most significant mining and hydroelectric projects, we encourage you to apply.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
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