About Us:
As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.
At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together. We’re proud to foster a workplace culture built on dedication, teamwork, and genuine care. Our commitment to creating a positive environment is reflected in our employee feedback from the 2025 Employee Engagement Survey, with 92.8% of employees saying they enjoy their work, and 92.6% feeling equipped with the resources they need to stay safe on the job.
If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we’d love to hear from you!
The Opportunity:
The City of Airdrie’s Environmental Policy and Compliance team is responsible for protecting and enhancing the community’s natural environment through monitoring, assessment, and stewardship initiatives. The Environmental Technician supports the City’s environmental protection and sustainability goals by conducting technical field and office-based work that contributes to the protection of water quality, natural areas, wildlife, and ecological systems.
This position assists environmental policy and compliance staff with day-to-day technical activities, including environmental monitoring, data collection, and regulatory support. The Environmental Technician also contributes to community engagement efforts related to watershed stewardship and environmental education.
Responsibilities include:
- Creating and maintaining photo logs to document environmental conditions and field observations
- Collecting riparian area data and restoration data to evaluate and support the protection of sensitive ecological areas
- Compiling and maintaining Environmental Management System (EMS) data
- Assisting with organizing regulatory approvals and compliance-related data
- Collecting, organizing, and analyzing environmental data
- Supporting the delivery of environmental education and watershed stewardship programs
- Assist in reviewing ecological signs for proper content and recommend edits or additions.
- Assist in monitoring surface water levels using technical field equipment and digital recording systems
- Assisting with conducting water quality sampling
- Reviewing Environmental Records Viewer to support environmental compliance activities
- Collecting wildlife and vegetation data to assist in tracking biodiversity and ecosystem health
- Supporting with erosion and sediment control
- Other job duties as assigned
You Bring:
- Recognized post-secondary education (or working towards) in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
- Understanding of ecological site conditions, habitats, wildlife, ecosystems, wetlands, and watercourses
- Basic understanding of Alberta environmental legislation and municipal governance processes
- Familiarity with environmental monitoring techniques, field data collection methods, and basic data management principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Strong analytical and observational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both field and office environments
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated interest in environmental stewardship and sustainability
- Professional conduct and the ability to represent the City of Airdrie positively in community settings
We Offer:
Competitive compensation and the following benefits:
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Annual Genesis Place pass
We believe connection and culture are the keys to our customer service. We do this through continuous learning, regular team building, and organizational social events so all employees have the knowledge to provide excellence in service to our community.
Additional Information:
This is a term (2 Month) position with full time hours of 37.5 hours per week. Possibility of a term extension is based on operational needs; however, it is not guaranteed.
Please provide a cover letter with your application.
Next Steps:
Candidates are invited to apply online. We only accept resumes and additional application documents through our online recruitment system. In-person applications, email or other online forms will not be considered.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.
The City of Airdrie is committed to fostering a workplace culture where belonging, equity, accessibility, and diversity are deeply ingrained into all parts of the City, where employees feel they belong, are treated with respect, and where everyone can thrive and contribute to the City’s success.
Postings close at 10:00 PM MT (Mountain Time) on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.
Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.
Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.
Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.
