Junior Air Quality Monitoring / Instrumentation Technician

WSP • Fort Saskatchewan, AB

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you’ll support air quality monitoring programs that directly influence environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and sustainable development across Alberta. As a Junior Air Quality Monitoring Instrumentation Technician, you’ll join WSP’s growing Environmental Management team, working alongside engineers, scientists, and technical specialists on meaningful, high‑profile projects. With a strong focus on instrumentation and field-based monitoring, this role offers hands‑on experience maintaining and operating ambient air monitoring equipment while contributing reliable data that supports healthier communities and ecosystems.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Instrumentation & Controls, or a closely related technical discipline
• Hands‑on experience working with environmental or industrial monitoring instrumentation, calibration equipment, and data loggers
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude, with confidence using hand tools, electronic test equipment, and diagnostic software
• Familiarity with ambient air monitoring systems, analyzers, sensors, and field sampling methodologies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook for technical documentation and data management
• Commitment to high‑quality, accurate work, data integrity, and confidentiality in field and office environments

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and monthly calibrations of ambient air monitoring instruments to ensure data accuracy and regulatory alignment
• Conduct preventive maintenance and minor repairs on air quality monitoring instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems
• Deploy, retrieve, and manage intermittent and passive air sampling equipment across diverse field locations
• Set up, operate, and maintain continuous ambient air monitoring stations, including power supply, telemetry, and data logging components
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical issues to minimize downtime and protect data integrity
• Prepare clear and accurate field notes, calibration logs, and maintenance records to support data validation and reporting
• Contribute to monitoring programs that inform environmental decision‑making and regulatory compliance across Alberta

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements that support health, safety, and work-life balance
• Opportunities to build technical depth in instrumentation and monitoring, supported by experienced specialists

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees