Experienced Well Technician

WSP in Canada; Whitby; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a Well Technician to support field drilling, monitoring, and environmental projects in the Whitby area. You will operate equipment, assist with drilling, and ensure safe, compliant well construction on site.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in field technician roles, a Class 3 Well Technician certification, an AZ/DZ license, and the ability to work outdoors across remote sites and variable weather while maintaining a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a technician or drilling-support role.
• Valid Well Technician Class 3 certification (or eligibility) in the province.
• Valid AZ or DZ driver’s licence to operate heavy vehicles.
• Experience documenting well construction and completing well records per Reg. 903.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and travel to remote sites.
• Technical background in rig maintenance or equivalent field experience.
• Comfort using tablets or laptops for digital field forms.
• Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Proudly Canadian – Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.

Responsibilities

• Install and service environmental monitoring wells per Class 3 standards and Reg 903.
• Operate AZ/DZ licensed vehicles to safely transport drilling equipment.
• Assist drilling, casing, grouting, ensuring safe well construction.
• Support projects in contaminated-site remediation, water planning, and infrastructure development.
• Maintain safety-first work environment by following WSP procedures and PPE.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, hydrogeologists and technicians to meet milestones.

Skills

3+ years field experience

Well Technician Class 3

AZ/DZ driver’s licence

Documenting well construction

Outdoor work adaptability

Rig maintenance background

Tablet/Laptop proficiency

Safety and environmental stewardship

Canadian work eligibility

Job description

Job Description

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

Shape Something Different - Step into a hands‑on field role where you support the planning, installation, and maintenance of wells that power environmental remediation, groundwater management, and infrastructure development across the region. As a Well Technician within Applied Solutions, you’ll spend your time on meaningful, community‑focused work — operating heavy vehicles, supporting drilling programs, and translating technical plans into real‑world outcomes.

The Well Technician role is ideal for candidates who thrive outdoors, enjoy solving practical problems, and want to grow a career supporting water, environmental, and infrastructure projects, operate and maintain drill rigs and love what they do.

Your Impact

• Install, and service, environmental monitoring wells in accordance with Class 3 well‑technician standards and provincial regulation 903.
• Operate AZ/DZ‑licensed vehicles to safely transport drilling equipment, materials, and tools to project locations.
• Assist with drilling, casing, grouting, and, ensuring safe, compliant, and high‑performing well construction.
• Contribute to projects supporting contaminated‑site remediation, water‑supply planning, and infrastructure development where wells and accurate field data are essential.
• Maintain a safety‑first work environment by following WSP safety procedures, participating in tailgate meetings, and using proper PPE.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, hydrogeologists, and fellow technicians to achieve project milestones.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Hands‑on experience in monitoring well construction, drilling, environmental fieldwork, groundwater, or related activities (typically 3+ years in a technician or drilling‑support role).
• Valid Well Technician Class 3 certification (or eligibility) in the province.
• Valid AZ or DZ driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with the ability to operate heavy vehicles safely.
• Experience documenting well construction, filling out well records in accordance with Reg. 903.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather, travel to remote project sites, and adapt to project‑driven schedules.
• A technical background such as rig maintenance, or equivalent on‑the‑job field experience.
• Comfortable using tablets or laptops to complete digital field forms, photo logs, and daily summaries.
• A commitment to safe work practices and environmental stewardship.
• 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 — tailor your role to match your ambition because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – supporting balance in your life as part of how we work.

Why Choose WSP?

• 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 — tailor your role to match your ambition because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – supporting balance in your life as part of how we work.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 - $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 - $92,900

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

Bring your well technician expertise to a team that is building cleaner water systems, healthier environments, and stronger communities. Shape what’s possible.

About Us

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.

Please Note

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping oneanother 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.