Posted 2026-03-06

Orica Limited

$28.45 - $33.65 / hour

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

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.

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 on a rotation schedule 15 days on shift with12 hour days (fly in /fly out) / 6 days off.

This work schedule may change in the coming months to 15 days on/ 15 days off.

Travel and accommodations are provided.

This is a contract position ending March 31, 2027 with possible extension.

• 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.
• 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.

• All employees working at Site-C must adhere to the drug and alcohol policy and successfully pass drug & alcohol testing prior to employment.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions (-40°C to +40°C).

• 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.
• 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.

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.

• Salary Range: $28.45 - $33.65 /hour CAD plus field pay, paid transportation and housing
• 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.)

• 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 nati