Environmental Engineering Technologist

Join the City Operations Waste Services team as an Environmental Engineering Technologist! This position within the Sustainable Waste Processing section offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise. You will focus on environmental operations, monitoring, and data collection within waste management, working a majority of the time outdoors. If you're passionate about these areas, we encourage you to apply.

What Will You Do?

• Assist with the operation of the Landfill Gas management system, which includes balancing the well field, managing condensate, and coordinating with maintenance contractors and consultants
• Assist with the operation of the Groundwater Diversion System and the Leachate Collection and conveyance System
• Conduct monitoring activities at all Edmonton Waste Management Centre (EWMC) and other Waste Services sites (eco-stations, closed landfills) for groundwater wells, leachate wells, and perimeter gas probes
• Taking weekly groundwater measurements, downloading levelogger data, and collecting gas composition readings, as well as regular sampling (monthly groundwater, quarterly leachate, and waste sampling)
• Accurately enter data collected from inspections and monitoring into respective spreadsheets
• Participate in ENVISO and safety inspections/audits, clean and maintain lab and sampling equipment, and pick up necessary supplies and equipment
• Independently troubleshoot routine operational and monitoring issues (e.g., pump problems)

Qualifications

• Completion of a two (2) year Diploma in a Civil or Chemical Engineering Technologist program
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the Waste Management field, preferably in the operation of landfills, including environmental sampling and environmental monitoring experience 
• Must be eligible to be recognized as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with ASET

Skills Required for Success

• Knowledge of technical and engineering principles and practices related to landfill management and the waste industry
• Ability to operate and monitor environmental systems effectively
• Proficiency in the use of a GEM 5000 landfill gas analyzer and water level tape
• Knowledge of environmental systems (Leachate and Landfill Gas collection systems, Groundwater Diversion System, monitoring wells, stormwater ponds) and standard operating procedures and related legislation
• Strong organizational skills for accurate data collection and entry
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for sharing data with internal collaborators and external consultants
• Strong independent problem-solving skills for resolving routine operational issues
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment

• This position involves a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, exposing you to various environmental and physical conditions
• Comfort with heights and ladder work is mandatory for stack sampling duties
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 1 Permanent Full-time position

Hours of Work: 33.75 Hours weekly, some standby work may be required

Salary Range: $41.437 - $52.085 (Hourly); $73,001.630 - $91,760.750 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: SL/RF

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Engineering Technologist I
Posting Date: Aug 14, 2026
Closing Date: Sept 4, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): EWMC (Edmonton Waste Management Centre), Site 100, 250 Aurum Rd NE Edmonton T6S 1G9