Intermediate Technician, Field Services

WHAT IF YOU COULD REDEFINE WHAT'S POSSIBLE? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP. THE OPPORTUNITY Your Impact Starts Here Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world. As an Intermediate Field Technician with our Surface Water team in Mississauga, ON, you'll support surface water monitoring, equipment installation, field surveying, and environmental data collection. Field programs will typically account for approximately 75–85% of your workload, complemented by office-based data analysis and reporting. The role includes travel to remote sites, extended assignments, and overtime during peak field season; eligible overtime hours are bankable for time off during the off-season. YOUR IMPACT * Lead safe field programs by developing health and safety plans and job safety analyses for surface water monitoring and equipment installations. * Deliver in-situ flow measurements and topographic benchmark surveys that strengthen water-resource decisions for clients and communities. * Coordinate field materials, equipment, travel, client personnel, and technical disciplines to keep remote programs moving safely and efficiently. * Produce detailed field notes and dependable monitoring records that support defensible environmental data. * Contribute to field-data compilation and analysis, including rating-curve development, to translate measurements into meaningful project insight. * Strengthen project outcomes through clear field and installation reports. THE SKILLS THAT SET YOU APART * An Environmental Technician/Technologist college diploma, bachelor's degree, or technical diploma in environmental sciences, environmental technology, or a related field. * Practical experience supporting stream-monitoring or equipment-installation programs, including environmental data collection and field-survey methods. * An unrestricted full Class G driver's licence or provincial equivalent, a clean driver's abstract, access to a vehicle, and confidence operating pickup trucks and 4x4 vehicles. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to compile field data, develop rating curves, and prepare clear technical reports. * Availability for remote travel by boat, small aircraft, helicopter, snowmobile, and ATV, and for fieldwork in varied environmental conditions; a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, snowmobile safety certification, and First Aid certification are assets. * Ability to safely transport up to 50 lbs of field and safety equipment while following established health and safety procedures. WHY CHOOSE WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. * Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026 * A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. * Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours. * Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP COMPENSATION * AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 - $88,400 * MB & ON: $60,900 - $83,800 * NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $60,300 - $80,000 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. TURN FIELD DATA INTO INSIGHT Your measurements in the field can reveal how water systems are changing and help shape resilient environmental solutions. Build practical expertise while contributing data that clients and communities can trust. Measure what helps communities prepare. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose. Join us. Please Note: 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 [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety]. 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 [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies].

The technician will lead safe field programs including surface water monitoring, equipment installation, and topographic surveying. They will also perform office-based data analysis, develop rating curves, and prepare detailed technical reports.

Candidates must hold a college diploma or bachelor's degree in environmental sciences or a related field. A valid Class G driver's license and the ability to work in remote, varied environmental conditions are required.

• Flexible work • Professional development • Mentorship opportunities • Bankable overtime

• Technical ReportingPreferred
• Data analysisPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Surface water monitoring
• Equipment installation
• Field surveying
• Environmental data collection
• Health and safety planning
• Flow measurements
• Topographic surveying
• Data analysis
• Rating-curve development
• Technical reporting
• Microsoft Office
• 4x4 vehicle operation
• Health And Safety Plan (HASP)
• Employment Equity
• Field Notes
• First Aid Certification
• Resilience
• Safety Procedures
• Data Analysis
• Certified Safety Professional
• Data Compilation
• Data Collection
• Disabilities
• Environmental Science
• Environmental Technology
• Field Surveys
• Innovation
• Surveying
• Pleasure Craft Operator Cards
• Surface Water
• Topography
• Water Resources
• Environment Health And Safety

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Construction
• Energy
• Field Service Technician
• Civil Engineering Technicians
• Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week