Systems Field Technician - Kitchener, ON

About VEI Contracting Inc.

VEI is a contracting company based out of Kitchener, ON, that specializes in construction dewatering and temporary groundwater control and treatment works, as well as remediation of contaminated sites.

We currently have a need for field technician role to specialize in the installation, operation, and maintenance of dewatering systems at Project Sites locally and across Canada.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review of site drawings to understand and implement system installations
• Support the new dewatering initiative with the operation and maintenance of equipment including skidsteers, forklifts, diesel and electric pumps, excavator-mounted drill rig
• Cut, assemble, install piping for dewatering, water treatment and vapour systems
• Assemble/disassemble components for systems (tanks, pumps, valves, media vessels, filter vessels, manifolds, mounting brackets, hosing)
• Complete physical tasks necessary for the installation of dewatering systems on active construction sites, such as carrying pipes and bentonite, shoveling sand, and engaging in other related physical activities
• Troubleshoot dewatering/treatment systems issues, and repair plumbing and equipment issues
• Assist with mobilization of equipment and chemicals (load, unload, prep components, operate material handling equipment, chemical inventory) at VEI shop in Kitchener
• Work at a variety of different Project sites including a mix of existing industrial buildings, new construction sites, utility installations, and mining sites
• Project sites may be located across Canada (accommodations and meal per diem will be provided when working remote)
• On-call rotation to respond to system operation alarms and alerts
• Work safely in accordance with VEI workplace health & safety procedures

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Strong work ethic and desire to learn practical skills through hands-on experience
• Technical diploma in the environmental field, or experience in drilling, plumbing, wastewater, or a related field
• Well Technician License is an asset
• Valid G driver’s license and insurable
• Willing and able to travel
• Training certificates (i.e., First Aid, Working at Heights, Forklift) are an asset
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with plumbing tools, piping methods
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Work Arrangements

Based out of VEI’s Kitchener office, you will predominantly work in person on field project sites throughout Ontario and across Canada.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $30.00–$35.00/hour (depending on experience), overtime eligible.
• Accommodations and meal per diem provided for assignments outside the Kitchener area.
• RRSP: Eligible for employer-matched RRSP contributions.
• Vacation: 2 weeks to start (plus statutory holidays).
• Benefits: Eligible for health and dental benefits package.
• Other: Professional development support.

How to Apply (Application Requirements)

• Please submit via email to [email protected] , subject line "Application - Field Technician, Remediation ":
• Your resume as an attached file (Adobe PDF preferred); and
• A short note (5 to 10 sentences) in the body of your email describing a time when you encountered an unexpected problem in the field (such as equipment failure, difficult site conditions, or coordination issues with other crews). Explain what you did to manage the problem, and what were the results.

Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) Notice

• Position is currently vacant - One (1) position, open until filled
• 3Posted pay band is: $30.00–$35.00/hour
• VEI does not use an AI-based resume screening or applicant ranking HR process for applications received via email ([email protected]) or in person. We do, however, use third party AI features specific to various job posting platforms within those platforms, including Indeed and LinkedIn. VEI staff may individually use AI tools such as MS Copilot on an ad hoc basis to, e.g., evaluate, summarise and tabulate documents in their own workflows.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Application question(s):

• A short note (5 to 10 sentences) in the body of your email describing a time when you encountered an unexpected problem in the field (such as equipment failure, difficult site conditions, or coordination issues with other crews). Explain what you did to manage the problem, and what the results were

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person