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Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Project (2 Years)

Scope

The City of Surrey is seeking an Environmental Technologist for performing a wide variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of implementation of the City's development application process for soil permits, sensitive ecosystem development permit areas and associated urban forestry policies and procedures within Planning and Development. The position requires the ability to interpret plans and technical reports, prepare and maintain records, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review of soil permit applications and technical submissions for completeness and general compliance with the Soil Protection Bylaw
• Coordinate with applicants, consultants, and internal departments to resolve submission requirements
• Maintain tracking systems and records for permit applications
• Assists staff in the review of stream classification report submissions, invasive species management programs and bird nesting surveys
• Assist with developing a spatial database and tracking system
• Respond to residential inquiries related to soil and environmental concerns.
• Performs field inspections and investigations related to soil permits requirements and eco violations
• Support maintenance of mapping and environmental data systems
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Diploma in Environmental Technology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field
• 2 - 3 years of related experience in environmental monitoring, permitting support, or compliance
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations, soil management practices, and watercourse protection
• Experience reviewing environmental or technical submissions is an asset
• Strong field inspection and data collection skills
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate effectively
• Experience in communicating with diverse communities, and in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• A valid BC driver's license and the use of the incumbent's own vehicle for site visits is required.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Pay Grade: 25

Pay Steps

Hourly Rate

Step 1

$46.89

Step 2 (6 Months)

$48.86

Step 3 (18 Months)

$50.90

Step 4 (30 Months)

$53.04

Internal applicants will be screened based on the qualifications listed in the class specification.

The class specification for this job can be found here:

Hiring Manager: Erin Clement @ (604) 591-4399

Recruiter: Lucky Uppal @ (604) 591-4047

HR will be in contact with you if you are required to test for this competition.

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Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Pay Steps

Hourly Rate

Step 1

$46.89

Step 2 (6 Months)

$48.86

Step 3 (18 Months)

$50.90

Step 4 (30 Months)

$53.04

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until June 9, 2026.

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