Well Technician

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.

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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.

The Coring, Water Monitoring & Traffic Control Group is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Well Technician to support a growing internal service team delivering work across the Environmental & Engineering (E&E) business. This position offers hands-on field experience in groundwater monitoring, pavement and bridge deck coring, utility investigations, and traffic control operations while providing a structured development path toward obtaining a Well Technician License.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced technicians and project managers and play a key role in supporting internal projects, improving service delivery, and expanding traffic control capabilities for low-speed residential and municipal projects.

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Your Impact

Coring Operations

• Assist with bridge deck, pavement, and concrete coring services for transportation and infrastructure projects.

• Support sample collection, documentation, equipment setup, maintenance, and operation.

• Perform field measurements and assist with quality control procedures.

• Support mobilization and demobilization of coring equipment and traffic control devices.

Water Monitoring & Environmental Services

• Assist with groundwater and surface water monitoring programs.

• Support environmental drilling and hydrogeological investigations.

• Collect field data and maintain accurate records.

• Participate in monitoring well installation, maintenance, and decommissioning activities.

• Work toward obtaining and maintaining a Provincial Well Technician License.

Traffic Control Operations

• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic control systems.

• Support lane closures and work zones in low-speed residential and municipal environments.

• Perform site inspections to ensure traffic control plans are implemented safely and effectively.

• Help expand internal traffic control capabilities to support E&E projects and reduce subcontracting requirements.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

• Participate in hazard assessments, FLRAs, and toolbox talks.

• Maintain compliance with applicable legislation, client requirements, and industry standards.

• Promote a strong safety culture through active participation in safety initiatives.

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The Skills That Set You Apart

Required

• Valid G Class Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel and work on field assignments throughout Ontario.
• Commitment to health, safety, and continuous learning.

Preferred

• Experience in construction, environmental services, drilling, traffic control, or civil infrastructure projects.
• Traffic Control Person (TCP) certification.
• Working at Heights certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience operating construction or field equipment.
• Interest in pursuing a Provincial Well Technician License.

Development Opportunities

• Obtain a Provincial Well Technician License.
• Develop expertise in bridge deck and pavement coring.
• Gain experience supporting environmental and geotechnical investigations.
• Build competencies in traffic control planning and operations.
• Progress into senior technician, crew lead, or supervisory positions.
• Support the growth of an internal Coring, Water Monitoring, and Traffic Control service line.

The successful candidate will:

• Safely perform field work with minimal supervision.
• Become proficient in bridge deck and pavement coring operations.
• Progress toward obtaining Well Technician licensing.
• Support the growth of the internal traffic control team.
• Deliver high-quality service to internal E&E project teams.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, initiative, and commitment to safety excellence.

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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 globa l 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 

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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $77,400 – $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

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.

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Make Your Mark

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

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About the company

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.