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Intermediate Geotechnical TechnicianWSP Canada • Fort Mcmurray, Alberta, Canada
Intermediate Geotechnical Technician

Intermediate Geotechnical Technician

WSP Canada • Fort Mcmurray, Alberta, Canada
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

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.

The Opportunity - Build the Future with Us

We have an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Geotechnical Technician to join our Field Services - Major Projects team within the Ground Engineering group. Based in Fort McMurray, Alberta, this full-time role offers hands-on exposure to complex geotechnical field programs and major infrastructure projects in the Oil Sands region.

This role is ideal for an energetic, self-motivated professional with a passion for fieldwork and a desire to continue developing technical expertise in geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring.

Your Impact
  • Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring site-specific HSE policies and standard operating procedures are consistently followed
  • Monitor geotechnical drilling programs, instrumentation installations, and core sample recovery activities
  • Classify soil and bedrock samples and perform field testing of soils, bedrock, and groundwater
  • Install and maintain geotechnical instrumentation supporting slope stability and foundation investigations
  • Collect readings from geotechnical instruments such as inclinometers, ShapeAccelArrays (SAA), and vibrating wire instruments
  • Validate and document construction monitoring activities including subgrade, foundation, and pile inspections
  • Compile accurate field data, maintain detailed records, and communicate findings through clear verbal and written correspondence

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Completion of a Geological, Construction, or Civil Engineering Technology Diploma
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant geotechnical or field services experience
  • Hands-on experience with geotechnical drilling and instrumentation installation
  • Experience working in the Alberta Oil Sands region is considered a strong asset
  • Ability to work rotational schedules ranging from 1 to 3 weeks on shift, including days and nights
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills with a reliable, safety-focused mindset
  • Valid unrestricted Alberta Class 5 driver's licence
  • Standard First Aid Level C with AED, CSTS, CSO, and H2S Alive certifications are assets

Why Choose WSP?

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

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $32.20 - $43.30
MB & ON: $29.40 - $41.00
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $29.10 - $39.20

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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Apply today and discover how WSP can help you build a career that makes a lasting impact.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 .
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