Environmental Field Technician

Environmental Field Technician – Remediation Program Management (RPM)

An exciting opportunity for an Environmental Field Technician to join our Remediation Program Management (RPM) team based in British Columbia. In this role, you will support a wide range of remediation projects, including work on contaminated and oil and gas sites, while contributing directly to the protection of communities and the environment. You will work alongside a diverse group of engineers, scientists, and technical professionals on meaningful projects across the region.

• Prepare and adhere to site‑specific health and safety plans to mitigate or eliminate risks to workers, clients, and the public.
• Conduct fieldwork including groundwater monitoring, soil and groundwater sampling, drilling investigations, and test pit excavations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed field notes and assist with data entry and report preparation.
• Identify and report potential and existing site hazards, near‑loss incidents, and loss incidents.
• Supervise subcontractors performing ground disturbance, drilling, surveying, and groundwater monitoring well installations.
• Oversee remedial contractors, including directing remedial excavations, waste tracking, and progress reporting.
• Coordinate project documentation, subcontractors, and equipment required for field programs.
• Perform assigned work tasks efficiently and accurately while adhering to regulatory and industry standards.

• Diploma in environmental or geological technology.
• Experience with soil and groundwater sampling in field environments.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements and a safety‑conscious mindset.
• Ability and willingness to work in the field, including remote locations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and ability to work collaboratively in team settings.
• Valid driver’s licence.

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $48,700 – $65,500

MB & ON: $44,500 – $62,100

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $44,000 – $59,300

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.