Our Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Environmental Technician for our Pittsburgh, PA office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
- Will travel frequently to project sites, including sites remote from the office, as part of on-site team.
- Will require site work around heavy construction equipment, drilling rigs, and environmental contamination.
- Candidate will be required to follow all applicable health and safety procedures associated with work environment.
- Conduct on-site environmental inspections to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permit conditions, project plans, and other environmental commitments.- Preparation of written inspection reports including photo documentation, construction status reports, compliance tracking logs, etc.- Provide guidance regarding proper installation, maintenance, and removal of erosion and sediment control measures.- Conduct and assist with environmental training.- Correspondence with contractor, agency, and client personnel.- Conducting any required sampling of soil, groundwater or air.- Onsite waste tracking/management and coordinating transportation, and/or disposal of/for various media
- Workload is expected to occur mostly in the field.
- Candidate may be required to work overtime hours in excess of 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week on a routine or as-needed basis. Overtime, weekends, and overnight stays can be expected.
- Some fieldwork may require working with hazardous materials and in hazardous conditions.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS Degree in Environmental Science, Biological Resources, or related field preferred. Minimum of five years of similar experience necessary.
- Possesses knowledge of pipeline construction activities with experience working around heavy equipment. Strong understanding of Industry Standards relating to erosion and sediment control practices, wetland crossings, stream crossings, agricultural lands, cultural resources, sensitive species and other environmental aspects of pipeline construction projects.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings and other technical documents. Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations pertaining to pipeline construction projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer proficiency.
- Physical Job Requirements - Ability to stoop, kneel, climb and lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to drive large pick-up truck; ability to drive a trailer helpful. Ability to use hands to operate field equipment. Close, distance, and peripheral vision; normal auditory function.
- Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam. Must pass drug screening.
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening, have a valid driver's license, and have an insurable driving record.
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
