Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako

37 3RD AVENUE – PO BOX 820, BURNS LAKE, BC V0J 1E0
PHONE: (250) 692-3195 – TOLL FREE: (800) 320-3339 – FAX: (250) 692-3305
E-MAIL: HR@rdbn.bc.ca

Environmental Technician

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) is seeking applicants to fill a key position within the Environmental Services Department. The Environmental Technician position is situated in Burns Lake, BC, is permanent, full time (35 hours per week), and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

The Environmental Technician position has a starting wage of $38.41 per hour for candidates meeting all education requirements. The Regional District is open to considering applications from persons with related experience that have the capacity to be trained and are open to educational opportunities to meet the position’s requirements.

The Environmental Technician is responsible for the RDBN’s environmental monitoring program, landfill leachate collection and treatment systems, contaminated soils program, landfill inspections, and report preparation for all of the above. The successful applicant must be willing to work outdoors, work independently and take on a high level of responsibility for assigned tasks.

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako provides local government services to a large area of more than 77,000 square kilometers of scenic mountains, rolling hills, lakes, and rivers. The office is located in Burns Lake, a dynamic community that is known for its hospitality and as the Gateway to Tweedsmuir Provincial Park. The region offers affordable housing, stunning scenery, and incomparable recreation opportunities such as world class fishing, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.

Applications should be addressed to Alex Eriksen, Director of Environmental Services, at HR@rdbn.bc.ca or mailed to the above address. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with review beginning on Friday, November 17, 2023.