Student / Young Professional Position: Environmental technician
Job Title: Environmental Technician
Location: Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick
Employment type: seasonal position; 8-12 weeks with possibility of extension
Salary: $19/hr; 37.5 hours a week
Job Purpose and Organization Description:
Eastern Charlotte Waterways (ECW) is an environmental not-for-profit research organization based in Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick. The technician will work with the Environment team in research and data collection for a series of environmental projects, both freshwater and marine. Projects include biodiversity assessments, watershed monitoring, and monitoring for invasive species and species at risk, among many others. Students also have the opportunity to learn about and train on topics and skills that interest them.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:
Assistance with field work, including carrying equipment, recording data, collecting samples, handling fish and invertebrates, and more. Field work may take place in remote areas and sometimes requires: boating or ATV access, sampling in adverse or varying weather conditions, walking for extended periods of time, flexible hours, etc.
Data management including recording in the field and inputting in excel. Sample management including labelling, storage, sending, and receiving.
Independent research on subjects related to invasive species, species at risk, watershed monitoring, fisheries, and more.
Assistance in proper use, maintenance, and storage of field equipment.
Other duties might include: taking photos for social media, assistance with drone exercises, participating in online training or courses, and more.
Qualifications:
Formal education or training in biology, environmental technology, or a related discipline.
Preference will be given to applications with prior experience in field work, independent research, and data management.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
ECW is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, colour, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
ECW’s diversity initiatives are applicable—but not limited—to our practices and policies on recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; social and recreational programs; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a work environment built on the premise of gender and diversity equity that encourages and enforces:
Respectful communication and cooperation between all employees.
Teamwork and employee participation, permitting the representation of all groups and employee perspectives.
Work/life balance through flexible work schedules to accommodate employees’ varying needs.
Employer and employee contributions to the communities we serve to promote a greater understanding and respect for diversity.
To Apply:
Email your resume and cover letter to info@ecw.ngo with the subject line Environmental Technician 2025 Application.
The deadline for applying is April 4th, 2025. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Student / Young Professional Position: fARM & Lab TECHNICIAN
Job Title: Farm & Lab Technician
Location: Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick
Employment type: seasonal position; 8-12 weeks with possibility of extension
Salary: $19/hr; 37.5 hours a week
Job Purpose and Organization Description:
Eastern Charlotte Waterways (ECW) is an environmental not-for-profit research organization based in Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick. The Farm technician will work with the Project : Village Indoor Farm team to assist the Farm Manager with daily operations and relevant food-security initiatives. The successful candidate will support our initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable and accessible food sources within the community. This position is ideal for individuals seeking training and experience in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), or horticulture using hydroponic farming techniques in a laboratory setting.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:
ECW’s Project : Village Indoor Farm
Assistance with farm operations, including germination, planting, maintaining the growing environment, harvesting, packaging, sales, and product delivery. Crops include leafy greens and herbs grown using aeroponic towers.
Hydroponic systems maintenance: Assist in system setup, nutrient solution maintenance, pH monitoring and adjustment, water quality monitoring, and cleaning. Assistance in the proper use, maintenance, and storage of farm equipment.
Data collection including recording environmental and crop measurements and inputting in MS Excel.
Cleaning and sanitation: Maintaining a clean working environment and adhering to food safety protocols.
Community Engagement: Assisting with public engagement and programming initiatives including farm sales, attending markets, field trip activities, educational workshops, and public engagement sessions.
ECW Labs
Preparation of materials for testing, including producing and dispensing growth media, assembling and labeling test tubes for inoculation, and preparing sample bottles.
General laboratory quality control and duties, such as equipment verification, cleaning, receiving supplies, data entry.
Interacting with customers to receive samples, take payments, and dispense sampling materials.
Other duties might include: taking photos and videos for social media, maintaining outdoor garden space, working with community gardens, and assisting in public surveys and report writing.
Qualifications:
Current enrolment in a relevant academic program (agriculture, biology, environmental science, etc.).
Valid driver’s license (Class 5).
Previous experience in hydroponics, farming, horticulture, plant science, and/or gardening is considered an asset.
Previous experience in farm, produce, and/or food sales is considered an asset.
Previous experience in a lab setting and/or with water quality is considered an asset.
Note that this position will require flexible hours as sometimes duties are carried out on evenings, early mornings, weekends, or holidays.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
ECW is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, colour, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
ECW’s diversity initiatives are applicable—but not limited—to our practices and policies on recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; social and recreational programs; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a work environment built on the premise of gender and diversity equity that encourages and enforces:
Respectful communication and cooperation between all employees.
Teamwork and employee participation, permitting the representation of all groups and employee perspectives.
Work/life balance through flexible work schedules to accommodate employees’ varying needs.
Employer and employee contributions to the communities we serve to promote a greater understanding and respect for diversity.
To Apply:
Email your resume and cover letter to info@ecw.ngo with the subject line Farm & Lab Technician 2025 Application.
The deadline for applying is April 4th, 2025. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
