Entry-Level Data Technician

One growing team. One single-minded goal.

To innovate intuitive responsive products to make environmental professionals work lives easier.

ERIS has been providing critical risk and historical information on properties in Canada since 1999. In late 2013 ERIS launched in the United States as the first and only company to provide environmental risk information for both countries. ERIS delivers accurate comprehensive and innovative on-demand database research services quickly and with a service-first attitude.

Position Overview:

ERIS has an immediate opportunity for a Data Technician position. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to the collection and updating of ERIS data assets: researching and obtaining data as well as completing other data-pipeline and data tasks as required including preliminary analysis of collected data and quality assurance projects. This is an entry level full-time hybrid position at our Toronto office working 35 hours per week.

Specific Responsibilities and Daily Tasks:

Requesting and downloading of environmental and property-related information from government agencies including requests by email FOIA; using tools for exporting and automated downloading

Data pipeline tasks including data collection preliminary analysis and assessment of collected data analysis of moved records expanding responsibilities with experience

Creating and maintaining strong relationships with external data providers ranging from Freedom of Information offices private sources and key departmental contacts throughout the provinces states and federal governments

Researching and prospecting for new data and information that can be implemented in our reports

Supporting Data Analysts with database analysis in Excel Access Oracle and ArcGIS Pro and file preparation for data processing

Assisting with other data-related tasks as required including address cleaning and data cleaning.

Required Experience Knowledge & Skills:

Experience using a variety of strategies and tools to assess and compare data

Experience compiling and manipulating data in different formats e.g. .csv .txt. .xlsx .gdb .shp .xml

Excellent oral/written and interpersonal communication skills; poise and enthusiasm/confidence to contact stakeholders outside of the organization

Diplomacy and professionalism in communication; precise and concise communication

Demonstrates sound judgement and professionalism in interactions with others

Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills

Quick and enthusiastic learner

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Intermediate SQL skills and knowledge of relational databases considered an asset

Working knowledge of or interest in learning geography and spatial concepts would be considered assets

Knowledge of python Ruby and/or VBA scripting for Microsoft Office would be considered assets

Experience scraping data from the web would be considered an asset.

What We Offer:

A culture based on caring ownership accountability and integrity. Our teams are agile collaborative innovative and continually strive for excellence.

We encourage a healthy work-life balance in a fast-paced expanding company.

We treat others with respect and fairness and strive for clear and open communication at all levels.

We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workplace that others envy.

We offer a competitive salary extended health benefits pension and flexible workplaces and schedules.

If you are excited about this opportunity and feel it aligns with your strengths interests and aspirations we encourage you to submit your thoughtful cover letter and resume.

While ERIS is a progressive AI-forward company we value and appreciate authentic writing that reflects your personal style.

ERIS is committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees unique contributions to our companys success. We are an equal opportunity employer; we welcome all applications to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our team and communities. Should you need accommodation at any point in the process please contact us at:

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls please.