Junior Acoustics, Noise and Vibration Technician

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Junior Acoustics, Noise, and Vibration Technician to join our Environment team, located at our Aurora, Ottawa in Ontario offices to help deliver existing projects. The WSP Acoustics, Noise, and Vibration team consists of a dynamic group of environmental engineers, mechanical engineers, engineering interns, and environmental technologists with strong technical skills and existing client relationships.

This role offers a variety of work, blended between field and office time performing projects related to field work and reporting.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

• Conduct thorough reviews of relevant documentation to gather necessary background information for projects. This includes analyzing historical data, technical reports, and regulatory guidelines to ensure comprehensive understanding and compliance.
• Perform detailed field investigations to assess noise and vibration impacts. This involves setting up and operating measurement equipment, collecting data, and ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Analyze collected data to identify patterns, trends, and potential issues. Prepare detailed reports that document findings, methodologies, and recommendations. Ensure reports are clear, concise, and meet the required standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and specialists to support the completion of various projects. This includes providing technical assistance, contributing to project planning, and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Undertake other duties as assigned, which may include administrative tasks, attending meetings, and participating in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Degree or Diploma specializing in Environmental or related discipline.
• 0 - 5 years of experience as a field technician;
• Prior experience as an environmental consultant would be an asset;
• Awareness of acoustical monitoring, investigations, and/or modeling would be considered an asset;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to schedule multiple tasks at various stages of projects, including fieldwork and reporting;
• Attention to detail, including documentation;
• Self-motivated and independent worker who is able to work in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities in the field while demonstrating the ability to advance in their career;
• Logical thinking ability and the initiative to apply knowledge and suggest practical solutions to field challenges;
• Willing to travel locally (GTA) for fieldwork;
• Occasional travel may be required to remote locations;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and is flexible to work on a wide variety of projects, tasks, and assignments, responding easily to changing priorities;
• Excellent English (verbal/written) communication skills;
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products;
• Must have reliable access to a vehicle with adequate insurance coverage as well as a full driver's license and clean driver's abstract.