Geotechnical Field Services Technician

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The Opportunity

Your impact starts here.
As a Geotechnical Field Services Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of delivering field testing and high‑quality geotechnical data that shapes safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure across the region. This junior-level role is ideal for someone eager to grow their technical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and contribute to meaningful engineering work that directly supports construction, land development, and transportation projects.

Your Impact

• Perform field testing including compaction testing, concrete testing, soil sampling, and materials verification.
• Collect accurate geotechnical data to support design, construction monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist senior technicians and engineers with site investigations, drill rig support, and borehole logging.
• Apply geotechnical testing standards and quality procedures to ensure reliable, defensible data.
• Prepare organized and complete field notes, documentation, and daily testing summaries.
• Support and participate in WSP’s safety programs, contributing to strong site‑based hazard awareness.
• Contribute to diverse projects — transportation, buildings, infrastructure, land development — where every day brings something new.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Experience through co‑op, internship, or early career work in construction materials testing, field inspection, or geotechnical environments.
• A college technical diploma or university degree in civil, construction, geotechnical, environmental, or related disciplines (asset).
• Curiosity and willingness to learn geotechnical testing methods and industry standards.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and traveling to field sites.
• Meets safety requirements and demonstrates proactive hazard awareness.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• A hands‑on problem solver who takes initiative in fast‑paced environments.

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 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.
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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $51,800 – $68,600

MB & ON: $47,200 – $65,000

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $46,800 – $62,100

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

Ready to support impactful projects and grow your career in geotechnical field services? Join us and help build the resilient communities of tomorrow.