Field Technician - Contract (Fort St. John, BC)

Date: 5 Mar 2026

Location: Fort St John, British Columbia, CA, V7X 1V5

Company: Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

About The Role – Field Technician - Contract (Fort St. John, BC)

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Field Technician in Fort St. John, BC within our Digital Solutions team. You'll play a crucial role in monitoring a new dam structure by maintaining, troubleshooting, and collecting data from geotechnical instruments. Gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic field environment!

This is a fly-in/fly-out position (rotation schedule TBD: 2 weeks on/1 week off or 2 weeks on/2 weeks off). Travel and accommodations are provided.

This is a contract position ending March 31, 2027.

What you will be doing

- Collect manual and automated instrumentation readings, conduct data checks, reductions, and analysis.

- Assist with the installation, testing, calibration, commissioning, repair and maintenance of geotechnical instruments and the permanent automated data acquisition system (ADAS) including the MIMS.

- Maintain, calibrate and use all equipment related to the above tasks.

- Types of instruments include:

- Piezometers (vibrating wire, pneumatic and standpipe)

- Extensometers

- Inclinometers

- ShapeAccelArrays (SAAs)

- Settlement cells/plates

- Flumes, flow meters

- Survey markers/monuments

- Temperature sensing cables

- Support documentation, including installation reports, as-built drawings and commissioning records. Submit data and documentation in a format that complies with the customer GIS Standard.

- Follow and contribute to installation procedures and execution plans.

- Assist the commissioning/repair/decommissioning and other related activities of geotechnical instrumentation.

- Collaborate with Project Manager/Engineer & Supervisor.

- Adhere to strict safety protocols.

What you will bring

- Familiarity with geotechnical site investigations (preferred).

- Strong safety commitment.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Organized, detail-oriented, strong work ethic, problem-solver.

- Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean record.

- Willing to work in a remote location on a rotational basis.

- Able to work outdoors for extended periods in extreme weather.

Role dimensions

- All employees working at Site-C must adhere to the drug and alcohol policy and successfully pass drug & alcohol testing prior to employment.

- This is a fly-in/fly-out position (rotation schedule TBD: 2 weeks on/1 week off or 2 weeks on/2 weeks off). Travel and accommodations are provided.

- Work outdoors in various weather conditions (-40°C to +40°C).

Your qualifications

- Diploma or degree in Electronic, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology, or a relevant technical field.

- Eligible to register with ASTTBC (Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of British Columbia) preferred. https://asttbc.org

- At least 6 months to 1 year of experience in the collection of manual and automated data from various types of geotechnical instrumentation, including Standpipe Piezometers, Vibrating Wire Piezometers, Pneumatic Piezometers, Inclinometers, and Extensometers.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation

- Hourly Range: $60,000 - $70,000 CAD

- Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

- Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

- Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

- Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

- Short and Long Term Disability

- Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)

- Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year

- Paid Time Off

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.