Environmental Technician - WSP USA

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. 
 
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Environmental Technician for the Jacksonville, FL – Baymeadows Road office.  Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Conduct monitoring events following standards and procedures that may include sampling of groundwater, soil, soil gas, sediment, and surface water.
• Oversee field activities that may include installation of groundwater monitoring wells, piezometers, and soil vapor extraction wells.
• Perform soil and groundwater remediation activities such as soil source removal and groundwater bioremediation injections.
• Maintain groundwater and soil vapor remediation systems.
• Perform field measurements and calculations.
• Record and compile field data using tablets and field meters.
• Perform assigned office duties, such as equipment maintenance, management of equipment maintenance logs and, ordering/stocking field supplies.
• Coordinate and communicate with vendors, subcontractors, client representatives, homeowners, and WSP employees.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 3 years of hands-on field experience, including familiarity with groundwater and soil sampling techniques and field procedures
• Ability to independently complete field assignments and summarize field data for use in reporting
• Proficient MS Office skills and data collection tablets
• Ability to safely lift 40 pounds
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols
• Strong initiative, problem-solving and communication skills, and attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills and a professional attitude
• Willingness to travel for field assignments as dictated by project demands (including to remote locations and outside work in various climates up to 50% of time)
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in the field of engineering, environmental sciences, or related discipline
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER)

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