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From the employer's careers site First seen 27 Oct 2026

Coring Technician

WSP Whitby, ON On-site senior full-time

Salary

$70,600 – $97,200 per year

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Description

The Coring, Water & Traffic (CWT) Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Coring Technician with a minimum of 5 years of coring experience to support and lead field operations across Ontario.

Your Impact

  • Lead daily coring field operations for geotechnical, environmental, pavement, and infrastructure projects.
  • Supervise and mentor junior technicians and field personnel.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company HSE standards and procedures.
  • Operate and maintain coring equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Plan field activities, manage resources, and coordinate project logistics.
  • Communicate effectively with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, and field staff.
  • Ensure quality control and accurate documentation of field activities.
  • Assist with equipment selection, maintenance planning, and fleet management.
  • Identify opportunities for business growth and support proposal development and client relationships.
  • Participate in recruiting, training, and developing future coring technicians.
  • Support integration of coring services with drilling, traffic control, and well services within the CWT Group.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in concrete coring, asphalt coring or related field services.
  • Demonstrated experience leading field crews and managing project schedules.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and safe work practices.
  • Experience operating coring rigs, support equipment, and utility locating equipment is considered an asset.
  • Valid Ontario Class G Driver's License with a clean driving record.
  • Ability to travel throughout Ontario and work in varying weather and site conditions.
  • Experience with traffic control operations and field investigations is an asset.
  • Experience working within engineering consulting, construction, or environmental sectors.
  • Knowledge of drilling, groundwater monitoring, and field investigation methods.
  • First Aid, Working at Heights, Traffic Control Person, and other industry certifications are considered assets.

Why choose WSP?

  • 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’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.

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

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • traffic control operations
  • field investigations
  • drilling
  • groundwater monitoring
  • First Aid
  • Working at Heights
  • Traffic Control Person

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/97155

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