Environmental Field Technician
Wsp
Conduct fieldwork for soil and groundwater sampling, remediation, and site monitoring
11 days ago ago
C$50,000 - C$65,000
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Field
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
Role
What you would be doing
groundwater monitoring
soil sampling
borehole drilling
subcontractor supervision
safety planning
data management
- Carrying out fieldwork (i.e. groundwater monitoring, K-test data collection and analysis, soils sampling through test pit excavations or borehole drilling, subcontractor supervision, and drilling investigations, etc.) or office assignments under the direction of more experienced scientists and technical employees;
- Supervising subcontractors for ground disturbance and utility location, surveying, borehole drilling and groundwater monitoring well installation
- Preparing and adhering to site-specific health and safety plans to mitigate or eliminate risks to you, WSP's clients, employees, and the public;
- Performing and recording work tasks as requested efficiently and accurately while adhering to current industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Preparing and coordinating project documentation, subcontractors, and equipment for field programs;
- Filing and managing all project-related field notes including some data entry and assistance with report preparation; and,
- Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
- Maintaining excellent field notes and collecting and handling soil and groundwater samples;
- Identifying and reporting potential and existing site hazards, near loss incidents, and loss incidents;
- Overseeing remedial contractors including directing remedial excavations, waste tracking and progress reporting;
What you bring
diploma
soil sampling
health & safety
teamwork
driver's licence
english
- Diploma in environmental or geological technology;
- Willingness to work in the field - remote work;
- Sound understanding of the need for health and safety procedures in the workplace and possess a safety conscious attitude;
- Strong teamwork skills;
- Experience with soil and ground water sampling;
- Valid drivers license.
- Excellent written and spoken communication in English;
- Strong interpersonal communication and key judgement skills;
- Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
- Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
- Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
- Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
- Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
- Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
- Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
- Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
- Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018
- No DEI content per instruction.
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