Field Environmental Technician – Water & Soil Monitoring

WSP in the U.S.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Environmental Technician for our Houston, TX field office to support Earth & Environment projects. You will monitor remediation systems, perform groundwater and soil sampling, and conduct multiple inspections while coordinating with subcontractors and vendors.

The role emphasizes data management, field reporting, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, with pathways for growth within the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of water treatment system operations and maintenance.
• 5+ years of water and soil sample collection.
• Working knowledge of typical hand and power tools; troubleshoot plumbing/electrical components.
• TWIC or ability to pass TSA background check for TWIC.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, following Senior Environmental Staff guidance.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Valid state driver's license with clean driving record.
• Related environmental monitoring, remediation and compliance experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and tracking remediation system performance for efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Routine groundwater and soil sampling following established protocols.
• Monthly and quarterly outfall inspections.
• Monthly and semi-annual QQQ inspections.
• Monthly SPCC inspections and NESHAP sampling
• Monitoring well gauging, groundwater level measurements and field observations.
• Operate and maintain treatment and remediation systems; perform preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot system issues and perform minor repairs on equipment and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and service providers for major repairs and replacements.
• Collect, manage, and analyze field data to support reporting and evaluations.
• Prepare accurate field reports, maintenance logs, sampling docs, and project records.
• Data entry via Valero timekeeping module; electronic filing of forms.
• Maintain proactive communication with WSP management about status and progress.
• Support health, safety and environmental compliance in field activities.

Skills

Water treatment ops

Groundwater sampling

Soil sampling

Troubleshooting skills

TWIC eligibility

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in environmental science

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP is seeking an Environmental Technician for our Houston, TX field office to support Earth & Environment projects. You will monitor remediation systems, perform groundwater and soil sampling, and conduct multiple inspections while coordinating with subcontractors and vendors.

The role emphasizes data management, field reporting, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, with pathways for growth within the team.