Intermediate Technician, Field Services

WSP in Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Mississauga, ON is hiring an Intermediate Field Technician to support surface water monitoring, equipment installation, field surveying, and environmental data collection. Field programs will be 75-85% of workload, with office-based data analysis and reporting, and occasional travel to remote sites with overtime during peak season.

You will lead safe field programs, perform in-situ flow measurements and topographic surveys, coordinate materials and personnel, and prepare detailed field

Qualifications

• Environmental sciences/technology diploma or degree required.
• Experience with stream-monitoring or equipment installation and data collection.
• Valid driver's license with clean record and access to a vehicle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reporting.
• Travel to remote sites by boat/air/ATV; related certifications are assets.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe field programs with health and safety plans for monitoring and installations.
• Deliver in-situ flow measurements and topographic surveys for sound decisions.
• Coordinate field materials, travel, and personnel to keep remote programs moving safely.
• Produce detailed field notes and dependable monitoring records for defensible data.
• Contribute to field-data compilation and analysis, including rating-curve development.
• Strengthen project outcomes through clear field and installation reports.

Skills

Field data collection

Topographic surveys

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Remote travel readiness

Education

Environmental Technician/Technologist college diploma

Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences/related field

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.

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

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.

• 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.

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.

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 .

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 .