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Environmental Technician

Laramie, WY · On-site

$26 - $33.65/hr

We prefer experience with operation and maintenance of environmental systems but are open to training the right candidate with mechanical skills. This is a full-time benefitted position Location: We ...

The Critical Environments Operations Engineer will perform preventive maintenance work. This will include hands-on work to complete the necessary work within Jones Lang LaSalle standards and ...

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Environmental Agent

Moran, WY · On-site

$17.75/hr

The Environmental Operations department is looking for a motivated individual to join our team, and help us follow through on our dedication to preserving our unrivaled mountain environment. Job ...

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How much do environmental operations jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental operations in the United States is $83,110.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is environmental operations?

Environmental Operations refers to the management and implementation of processes and practices that ensure an organization's activities comply with environmental regulations and promote sustainability. This can include waste management, pollution control, environmental monitoring, and ensuring adherence to environmental laws. Professionals in this field work to minimize the environmental impact of a company's operations and often coordinate audits, reporting, and employee training. Their goal is to help businesses operate responsibly while protecting the environment and maintaining compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in environmental operations, and why are they important?

To thrive in Environmental Operations, you need a solid understanding of environmental regulations, compliance, waste management, and often a degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with environmental management systems (EMS), data analysis software, and certifications such as ISO 14001 are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals collaborate across departments and ensure regulatory adherence. These skills are vital for maintaining environmental standards, minimizing risk, and driving sustainable business practices.

What is the difference between Environmental Operations vs Environmental Technician?

AspectEnvironmental OperationsEnvironmental Technician
Required CredentialsEnvironmental certifications, safety trainingEnvironmental certifications, technical training
Work EnvironmentField sites, industrial settingsLaboratories, field sampling sites
Employer & Industry UsageEnvironmental firms, industrial companiesEnvironmental agencies, consulting firms

Environmental Operations roles focus on managing environmental programs, compliance, and overseeing field activities, often requiring project management skills. Environmental Technicians typically perform sampling, testing, and data collection to support environmental assessments. While both roles require environmental certifications and work in related settings, Operations roles are more managerial and strategic, whereas Technicians are more technical and hands-on.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in environmental operations, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Environmental Operations often encounter challenges such as maintaining compliance with evolving environmental regulations, managing waste disposal, and implementing sustainability initiatives across multiple departments. Addressing these challenges requires staying current with regulatory changes, fostering clear communication with both internal teams and external agencies, and utilizing data-driven tools for monitoring and reporting. Building strong cross-functional relationships and participating in ongoing professional development can also help manage these complex responsibilities effectively.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,110 per year, or $40 per hour.

Environmental Technician

WSP

Laramie, WY • On-site

$26 - $33.65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description


Do you enjoy working outdoors and troubleshooting mechanical equipment? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an established environmental firm that values its employee's enthusiasm and contributions? We encourage you to apply to join our team of friendly, dedicated and collaborative professionals. Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.
WSP is seeking an Environmental Technician to work in the greater Cheyenne, WY area to support our environmental operations and maintenance practice. Our ideal candidate has good mechanical and electrical skills as well as good written and verbal communication skills. We prefer experience with operation and maintenance of environmental systems but are open to training the right candidate with mechanical skills. This is a full-time benefitted position
Location: We are open to an individual who lives in or near Fort Collins, CO, Loveland, CO, Laramie, WY or Cheyenne, WY
Your Impact
  • Will work under the supervision and mentorship of a Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer.
  • Will travel to project sites primarily in the greater Cheyenne, WY area. Roughly 95% of work is anticipated to be performed in the field.
  • Operate and maintain various remediation systems (groundwater and soil) throughout Wyoming and northern Colorado. Systems include pump and treat, air sparging and soil vapor extraction. Duties include troubleshooting, routine and non-routine operations and maintenance (e.g., electric motors, mechanical pumps, electrical power supply systems, etc.), field testing and data recording.
  • Assists in site characterization and monitoring field efforts including collecting soil, groundwater and air samples.
  • Perform accurate and appropriate data gathering and create clearly written and understandable daily field reports in support of performed field activities.
  • Work with outside vendors and subcontractors, with the support of the internal team, to obtain required system spare parts, chemicals, sampling kits, etc.
  • Be a proactive thinker and problem solver. Thinking ahead of maintenance required or fixing system issues before they have a bigger performance impact. Schedule tasks spread over numerous sites to maintain reliable systems to meet compliance requirements.

Who You Are
Basic/Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3 + years of experience in construction, equipment operation and maintenance or remediation system maintenance.
  • Good mechanical skills.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as work collaboratively as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Good communicator to accurately detail and explain issues and concerns with equipment to team members and vendors through a variety of methods (oral and written, in person and remotely) to collaborate on troubleshooting remedial systems.
  • Flexible to work outside normal business hours as required.
  • Ability to understand procedural manuals and execute work orders.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow directions.
  • Must pass physical, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Preferred Qualifications
  • OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification.
  • High-level mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • Experience operating and maintaining soil vapor extraction (SVE), groundwater capture, adsorption (granular activated carbon, ion exchange, etc.), In-Well Air Stripping (IWAS), and chemical oxidation (e.g., hydrogen peroxide/ozone, permanganate, persulfate, etc.) systems.

Physical Demands
  • Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions.
  • Field activities may require working in specialized protective equipment supplied by employer. Candidate must be physically capable of performing tasks in such equipment.
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds.
  • Close, distance, and peripheral vision; normal auditory function.
  • Must complete employment physical demonstrating ability to meet job requirements, including the ability to wear a respirator, as required.
  • Completion of annual or bi-annual employment physical, as required.

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $55,000 - $70,000 (Hourly $26.00 - $33.65)
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
About Us
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.

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