Junior Field Technician

 

Job Description – Clean Leadership 2026 Program

Job title: Junior Field Technician 

Reports to: Agriculture and Climate Manager, and Environmental Services Manager 

Job location: 52 Legends Ave., Millbrook, NS  B6L 0A3 

Wage: $24.00/hour

Hours: 35 hours per week (15-week internship) 

Start Date: Expected May 11, 2026 

This position is designated and limited to applicants from the following groups:   

• Indigenous People (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) 

Employment Hiring 

Clean is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. The Clean Leadership Program welcomes applications from qualified self-identifying First Nations, Métis and Inuit people, Racialized Youth, Persons with Disabilities, Newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ applicants. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on our registration form. 

About the Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program 

The Clean Leadership Summer Internship program helps grow the clean economy by matching interns (age 15-30) with employers for 9- and 15-week summer work placements. Participating interns will receive paid hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, take part in a professional development conference and training, while supporting local environmental projects.  

Program Requirements 

• Must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, person who has been granted refugee status in Canada or legally entitled to work in Canada;  

• Must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years old (inclusive) at the start of internship; 

• From and/or will be residing in Nova Scotia for the duration of the internship; 

• Must not be an immediate family member of host employer;

About the host employer 

The CMM is a Tribal Council incorporated in 1986 as a not-for-profit organization under the Societies Act of Nova Scotia. 

Our Mission is to proactively promote and assist Mi’kmaw communities’ initiatives toward self determination and enhancement of community. 

Our office is located at 52 Legends Avenue in Millbrook First Nation. 

Summary of position  

• The host employer for this Summer Internship position through the Clean Leadership program will be The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq. In this position, you will be mainly responsible to assist with ongoing projects and program activities. The intern will support various field surveys, data collection and compilation, community outreach efforts, and maintenance of equipment as required. This position is an internship/training position and does not require specific education, experience or training.  

Duties and Responsibilities  

• Maintenance of field equipment, department vehicles and other items as directed 

• Work collaboratively with senior field technicians with field work, field visits and collection of data 

• Help identify common aquatic species and record observations accurately 

• Assist with habitat restoration projects (streambank stabilization, riparian planting, invasive species removal 

• Assist with compliance of provincial and federal environmental regulations 

• Support wildlife and vegetation monitoring related to aquatic ecosystems 

• Participate in safety briefings and training sessions 

• Other duties as assigned 

Requirements/Qualifications 

• Have an aptitude for safe work practices and the ability to multi-task in a busy work environment; 

• Be able to work productively as part of a team while responding to feedback; 

• Demonstrated interest in future employment in the environmental or clean sector is considered an asset; 

• Strong work ethic and ability to work in an environment requiring discretion and confidentiality, 

• Exhibit adaptability and flexibility in daily work schedules/assignments, 

• Able to develop positive working relationships, both internally and externally, 

• Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal  

• Have a successfully completed Criminal record check 

 Working Conditions  

• There is an occasional requirement to work outside of normal working hours due to the requirements of the member communities and clients  
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions 

Physical Requirements  

• Able to sit and stand for long periods of time as required each day 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs may be required