Environmental Technician

WSP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Houston, TX is seeking an Environmental Technician to support field operations within our Earth & Environment team. You will perform water and soil sampling, monitor remediation systems, and help ensure environmental compliance across projects.

The role requires hands-on experience, the ability to work independently or with a team, and strong communication skills to document field activities and outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is listed as a minimum requirement.
• 5+ years of experience with water treatment system operations and maintenance.
• 5+ years of experience with water and soil sample collection.
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools and troubleshooting plumbing/electrical components.
• TWIC or ability to pass TWIC background check is required.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team under supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Valid state driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track remediation system performance to ensure regulatory compliance and project objectives.
• Conduct routine groundwater and soil sampling according to established protocols.
• Perform monthly and quarterly outfall inspections and other compliance inspections.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain treatment and remediation systems; perform minor repairs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and service providers for major repairs and equipment replacement.
• Prepare accurate field reports, maintenance logs, and sampling documentation.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Groundwater sampling

Tools proficiency

Independent work

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Environmental Technician for our Houston, TX field office. The ideal candidate would be involved in projects within our WSP USA Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Monitoring and tracking remediation system performance to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and achievement of project objectives.
• Conducting routine groundwater and soil sampling in accordance with established sampling protocols and quality standards.
• Performing monthly and quarterly outfall inspections.
• Performing monthly and semi-annual QQQ inspections.
• Performing monthly SPCC inspections.
• Performing monthly and quarterly NESHAP sampling.
• Performing monitoring well gauging activities, including groundwater level measurements and documentation of field observations.
• Operating, inspecting, and maintaining treatment and remediation systems through routine operations and preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshooting system issues and performing minor repairs to equipment, instrumentation, and associated infrastructure.
• Coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, and service providers to facilitate major repairs, specialized maintenance, and equipment replacements.
• Collecting, managing, and analyzing field and operational data to support reporting requirements and performance evaluations.
• Preparing accurate and timely field reports, maintenance logs, sampling documentation, and other project records.
• Administrative activities include entering daily time via Valero's time keeping module. Data entry, electronic filing of daily and weekly field forms.
• Maintaining consistent and proactive communication with the WSP management team regarding system status, operational issues, maintenance activities, and project progress.
• Supporting health, safety, and environmental compliance requirements while conducting all field and operational activities.
• Assisting with the implementation of corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall system performance and reliability.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience with water treatment system operations and maintenance.
• 5+ years of experience with water and soil sample collection.
• Working knowledge of and proficiency with typical hand and power tools, and the ability to troubleshoot or identify issues with plumbing and electrical components.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credentialed (TWIC) or ability to pass a Transportation Security Administration background check for TWIC.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently under general guidance, and the ability to work reliably as part of a team, closely following direction from Senior Environmental Staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Effective technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a valid state issued driver's license and clean driving record.
• Related and equivalent experience with other areas of environmental monitoring, remediation, and compliance will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field.
• HAZWOPER 40-hr Training and current 8-hr refresher training.
• Experience with waste containerizing, tracking, and disposal documentation.

Physical Demands

• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time, either stationary or walking.
• Field activities that may require working in a variety of unfavorable weather conditions, including heat and cold.
• Completion of annual or bi-annual employment physical, as required.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

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