Air Quality Technician

Trihydro; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Air Quality Technician to join their dynamic team in New Mexico. This role involves field-based work focused on leak detection and regulatory compliance, providing an opportunity to work outdoors and make a meaningful impact on environmental standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to safety and accuracy. Enjoy the flexibility of managing your schedule while being part of a supportive team dedicated to making a difference. If you're ready for a rewarding career that blends independence with teamwork, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexibility over schedule

Work outdoors

Independent work

Work truck

Employer-paid hotel accommodations

Per diem

Build hotel points for personal use

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and strong technical skills are essential.
• Experience in an industrial setting is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in complying with environmental regulations.
• Identify equipment leaks to help reduce emissions.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Technical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Independent Work Ethic

Comfortable at Heights

Job description

Air Quality Technician – Carlsbad/Artesia, NM area

Trihydro, one of the top environmental and engineering consulting firms in the country, has an opening for an air quality technician in the Carlsbad/Artesia, New Mexico area. The air quality technician is a part of our Air and Process Services team and supports leak detection and repair (LDAR) monitoring programs and other regulatory compliance activities in an industrial setting. The role involves approximately 40-45 hours per week and requires at least 30% overnight travel, predominately outside of New Mexico.

What Air Quality Technicians Do
Our air quality technicians assist our clients in complying with environmental regulations by identifying equipment leaks for repair, thus helping reduce emissions.

Work Environment
This position consists primarily of field-based work and requires walking and standing for extended periods. Due to the outdoor nature of the role, work occurs in all weather conditions.

This Role May be Right for You if You Have:

• A basic mechanical aptitude
• Experience within an industrial setting (preferred, not required)
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Acceptable written and oral communication skills
• An independent work ethic (can carry out tasks with minimal supervision)
• An ability to work comfortably at heights
• A clean driving record
• Acceptable employment history with a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices

Role Perks

• Flexibility/ownership over your schedule (our technicians often enjoy 3-day weekends)
• Work in the great outdoors
• Independent work within a supportive team
• Predictable work/tasks
• Work truck
• Employer-paid overnight hotel accommodations and per diem
• Build status and points with hotels for personal use

Why Work for Trihydro?
Trihydro is humbled to have received an honorable mention in Outside Magazine’s “Best Places to Work” list. Our 500+ professionals work on meaningful environmental and engineering projects that make a difference for clients and communities. Trihydro’s offices extend from Alaska to Florida, and our team members live and work within minutes of outdoor recreation. As a team of geologists, engineers, technicians, and scientists, our culture is rooted in a love for the outdoors. Benefits of joining our team include:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
• Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including a discretionary match of up to 6% by Trihydro
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Wellness program, including reimbursement for gym membership or related expenses
• Staff mentoring and opportunities for professional/career advancement
• Award-winning safety culture built to protect our employees—the mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters who deserve to go home safely each night

This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.