Field Environmental Technician — Remediation Systems

WSP USA; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Environmental Technician to support field operations across Wyoming and northern Colorado, including the Cheyenne area, with travel via a company vehicle. The role focuses on operating/remediating groundwater and soil systems, collecting soil, groundwater and air samples, and producing clear daily field reports for the team.

The ideal candidate has solid mechanical and electrical skills, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in outdoor environments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction, equipment operation and maintenance or remediation system maintenance.
• Good mechanical and electrical skills.
• Self starter able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible to work outside normal business hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Will work under the supervision and mentorship of a Senior Environmental Scientist
• Will travel to project sites primarily in the greater Cheyenne, WY area using a WSP supplied vehicle. Roughly 95% of work is anticipated to be performed in the field. Roughly 90% of field work will not require a hotel stay.
• Operate and maintain various remediation systems (groundwater and soil) throughout Wyoming and northern Colorado. Systems include pump and treat, air sparging and soil vapor extraction. Duties include troubleshooting, routine and non-routine operations and maintenance (e.g., electric motors, mechanical pumps, electrical power supply systems, etc.), field testing and recording.
• Assists in site characterization and monitoring field efforts including collecting soil, groundwater and air samples.
• Perform accurate and appropriate data gathering and create clearly written and understandable daily field reports in support of performed field activities
• Work with outside vendors and subcontractors, with the support of the internal team, to obtain required system spare parts, chemicals, sampling kits, etc.
• Be a proactive thinker and problem solver. Thinking ahead of maintenance required or fixing system issues before they have a bigger performance impact. Schedule tasks spread over numerous sites to maintain reliable systems to meet compliance requirements.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Self-starter

Independent work

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Environmental Technician to support field operations across Wyoming and northern Colorado, including the Cheyenne area, with travel via a company vehicle. The role focuses on operating/remediating groundwater and soil systems, collecting soil, groundwater and air samples, and producing clear daily field reports for the team.

The ideal candidate has solid mechanical and electrical skills, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in outdoor environments